Arlington city officials had planned to collaborate with Overair, an eVTOL startup, to introduce the Butterfly aircraft for air taxi services in the city. However, due to a lack of communication from Overair, city leaders are now considering alternative manufacturers, which may delay the launch of the flying taxi initiative. In addition, Arlington officials have proposed establishing a technology-focused regional transit authority to manage high-speed rail and unmanned transportation systems in the area.
**Why this matters**
Arlington is the largest U.S. city without a mass transit system, and the introduction of advanced transportation options like flying taxis and high-speed rail could significantly improve regional connectivity. Creating a regional transit authority could streamline the development and oversight of emerging transportation technologies, potentially transforming Arlington into a major transit hub.
Source: NewsData