# A Market Ready for Takeoff | Jetoptera

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- Published at: 2023-11-16 17:34:26 UTC
- Updated at: 2025-07-09 03:24:09 UTC

## Author
Simina Farcasiu

## Subject
Jetoptera

## Content
The Economist recently spotlighted the tremendous potential of urban air mobility, making a compelling case for investing in this technology. In an article titled "Flying taxis could soon be a booming business," the publication emphasized the growing demand for electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) technology. Along these lines, if Morgan Stanley's projections hold true, global spending on VTOL technology could reach $1 trillion by 2040.Major cities are taking significant strides towards integrating flying taxis into their transit systems. Paris plans to introduce a flying-taxi service at the upcoming Olympic Games, a move that signals strong confidence in the technology. The article goes on to mention that while there were initial reservations about the viability of electric aviation, the industry is undeniably evolving with a focus on efficient and sustainable short-range aerial transportation. Specifically, there is a big opportunity for environmentally friendly short-haul flights for the 90% of Americans and 50% of Europeans that live within a 30-minute drive of a regional airport. Jetoptera is well-positioned to serve the various needs of this rapidly growing market. Our energy-agnostic approach means that our efficient propulsion system can run on jet fuel now, and eventually a battery when/if  the technology can finally support adequate ranges and safety with passengers onboard. You can read more about our approach in this update.