Ever heard of a flying taxi service? I certainly hadn't until today. This made it even more of a surprise to find out that autonomous vehicles aren't sticking to the ground!
AAT or Autonomous Air Taxi test drove its self flying drone over the city of Dubai. The drone/helicopter hybrid made by German manufacturer Volocopter. Currently this two seater vehicle cruises at a nice 31 mph approximately 200 meters above the bustling city below. This remarkable autonomous taxi is scheduled to participate in testing over the course of the next 5 years while rules & regulations are established for this intriguing transportation method. Dubai anticipates this program to excel. Gaining and meeting 1/4 of the city's transportation needs by 2030! Sources:
https://www.theverge.com/2017/9/26/16365614/dubai-testing-uncrewed-two-person-flying-taxis-volocopter
http://www.ibtimes.com/watch-dubai-tests-flying-taxi-drone-future-ride-hailing-service-2594198
http://www.newsweek.com/dubai-video-shows-worlds-first-flight-automated-flying-taxis-over-emirati-city-671094
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