AirTrain

Mentor: Dr. Michael Sessler

The project presents an integrative model for implementing Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) in urban areas, responding to the growing need for applicable solutions to technologies developed in this emerging industry. Based on a market analysis, examining trends, and identifying opportunities, the project specifies the requirements for developing AAM services and products in light of the ongoing challenges of end users in urban public transportation.

The project is based on the understanding that the adoption of AAM solutions by the public requires not only technological development, but also complete systemic and experiential planning, tailored to the various users. Updating the MaaS (Mobility as a Service) model, the project presents a strategic design framework for integrating short flights, availability, and reliability into the mix of public transportation options. It connects to existing infrastructure and refines the requirements for new infrastructures, based on the PPP (Public-Private Partnership) financing model in collaboration with the various authorities.

With that, AirTrain bridges a contemporary technological vision with a dense transportation reality, offering a concrete outline for the development of a new breed of sustainable, accessible, and publicly accepted multilayered transportation services.