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Referenced article published on avweb.com on May 7, 2023 written by Russ Niles. Link to original article:

FAA Starts Mapping Out eVTOL Integration

Hold on tight, dreamers and futurists, as we leap into an exhilarating vision of tomorrow’s skies! The FAA has released their exciting second concept, “Concept of Operations V.2 (ConOps V.2)”, painting a dazzling future where eVTOLs (electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft) and UAM (urban air mobility) aircraft take flight in our everyday lives.

Starting in familiar airspaces, these innovative aircraft will initially operate under existing regulations, subtly merging the traditional and the futuristic. But don’t let that steady beginning deceive you – things are about to get thrilling!

As we ascend to the next stages of implementation, our electric winged wonders will gradually receive their own dedicated airspace, birthing an electrifying, interactive, self-supporting aviation ecosystem! Imagine bustling skies, alive with remotely piloted and autonomous aircraft, buzzing safely at a pace that will take your breath away!

This second “ConOps V.2” document is an exciting leap forward from the FAA’s first attempt to outline the introduction of these eVTOLs. While it doesn’t dictate specific solutions or procedures, it provides a tantalizing peek into the incredible future of aviation. Prepare to feel the wind in your hair and the hum of electric propulsion beneath you as we step into this thrilling future of urban air mobility! Buckle up, everyone – the skies of tomorrow are closer than we think!