The Future Mobility Campus Ireland and EA Maven say that eVTOL and other new aircraft could improve travel options for business and leisure in Ireland.
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Public transportation in Ireland could be significantly enhanced by new urban and regional air services, according to a new study produced by the Future Mobility Campus Ireland (FMCI) and the Electric Aviation Maven consultancy. The partners published their report on Thursday during the Irish Business and General Aviation Association conference, highlighting how new eVTOL and electric- and hybrid-electric fixed-wing aircraft could provide new options for commuting, as well as for wider business and leisure travel.
“Ireland offers a unique opportunity for eVTOL OEMs and operators who will be able to access a market of 89 million travelers annually seeking to undertake business or access diverse historical, cultural, and leisure opportunities across the country,” said EA Maven co-founder Darrell Swanson. “With a potential economic impact of €96 million [$101 million] in time savings from urban air mobility alone, the opportunity is significant.”
According to the joint study, 16 airports across Ireland could be part of a regional air mobility network that would make short flights viable as an alternative to car trips. The report highlights 50 potential domestic routes with a target market of 78 million passengers each year, generating €192 million in economic stimulation through time savings.
“Advanced air mobility has the potential to significantly improve how we sustainably move people and goods across Ireland and its regions,” said Russell Vickers, CEO of FMCI. “This study with EA Maven highlights the need to decentralize our current transportation methods, instead embracing more balanced and multimodal solutions that connect cities, towns, and regions more effectively.”
Report Calls for Irish Advanced Air Mobility Network
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Public transportation in Ireland could be significantly enhanced by new urban and regional air services, according to a new study produced by the Future Mobility Campus Ireland (FMCI) and the Electric Aviation Maven consultancy. The partners published their report yesterday during the Irish Business and General Aviation Association Conference, highlighting how eVTOLs and electric- and hybrid-electric airplanes could provide fresh options for commuting, as well as for wider business and leisure travel.
“Ireland offers a unique opportunity for eVTOL OEMs and operators who will be able to access a market of 89 million travelers annually seeking to undertake business or access diverse historical, cultural, and leisure opportunities across the country,” said EA Maven co-founder Darrell Swanson. “With a potential economic impact of €96 million [$101 million] in time savings from urban air mobility alone, the opportunity is significant.”
According to the joint study, 16 airports across Ireland could be part of a regional air mobility network that would make short flights viable as an alternative to car trips. The report highlights 50 potential domestic routes with a target market of 78 million passengers each year, generating €192 million in economic stimulation through time savings.
“Advanced air mobility has the potential to significantly improve how we sustainably move people and goods across Ireland and its regions,” said Russell Vickers, CEO of FMCI.