Bengaluru, a city notorious for traffic congestion, may soon experience a transportation revolution. Bangalore International Airport Limited (BIAL) and Sarala Aviation have joined forces to explore the potential of electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, or air taxis.

This partnership aims to redefine air travel by offering a faster, cleaner and more accessible mode of transportation. The collaboration will focus on developing operational models for seven-seat eVTOL aircraft, which could significantly reduce travel times between the city center and the airport.

cost of air taxis

Sarala Aviation envisions making air ride-sharing as affordable as traditional cab services. According to his estimate, the journey from Bengaluru airport to Electronic City can be completed by air in just 19 minutes, costing around Rs 1700. This is in line with the current cab rides, which can take more than two hours and cost around Rs 2,500. For premium services.

The CEO of Sarala Aviation expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership, highlighting its potential to reduce Bengaluru’s traffic problems. The company aims to reduce the travel time between Indiranagar and the airport from 1.5 hours to just 5 minutes by using electric flying taxis. “I am proud to announce our partnership with Bengaluru International Airport Limited, which is an important step towards addressing Bengaluru’s congestion challenges,” the CEO wrote on LinkedIn. “Currently, the journey from Indiranagar to the airport can take 1.5 hours. Very soon, we will reduce this to just 5 minutes with Sarala Aviation’s fully electric flying taxis. I am really grateful to the leadership of Bengaluru Airport for Inspired by companies like ours who push the boundaries and redefine what is possible, we are dedicated to creating a better future for Karnataka, India and the world,” said the CEO, whose vision challenges the youth.

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This initiative not only promises to improve transportation efficiency but is also in line with sustainability goals. Electric aircraft provide a clean alternative to traditional fossil fuel-powered vehicles, reducing carbon emissions and contributing to a healthy environment. Earlier in June, Madhya Pradesh had launched an interstate air taxi service connecting major destinations in the state including Bhopal, Ujjain, Gwalior, Indore, Khajuraho and Jabalpur.

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