Similarly, Urban Air Mobility has seen surging interest from airlines and airports, with the first flights due to take off in 2024. The report examines 12 emerging technological, societal, traveler, and economic trends that will significantly morph the travel landscape by 2033. Airlines show increased interest in UAM, with 32% confirming major programs and R&D in UAM services and infrastructure. UAM services and infrastructure are taking off for airports, with 32% confirming major programs and R&D on this front. While AI is a key example of this, it’s encouraging to see other innovations like UAM, Digital Travel, and intermodal travel also gathering pace.

Source: Ethiopian News December 14, 2023 06:33 UTC