The Future Is... Flying Above Street Traffic

Urban air mobility (UAM) is an emerging field of aviation and aerospace focused on developing aircraft and infrastructure to transport people and over urban environments on demand.

On this episode of “The Future Is...” podcast, we take a closer look at the innovations shaping the future of transportation. David Shilliday, Vice President and General Manager of Urban Air Mobility and Uncrewed Aerial Systems at Honeywell’s Aerospace Technologies business segment, shares insights on this groundbreaking field. 

Here’s what you can expect to learn more about in this episode:

• An introduction to UAM – What to know about UAM vehicles, which promise more efficient, quiet and low-emission travel.

• The current state of UAM – Contrary to the belief that UAM is purely aspirational, Shilliday explains that many aviation companies are already flying passengers, with others conducting developmental flights globally. 

• Technologies that power UAM vehicles – Honeywell's contribution to UAM include solutions such as sensors, navigation systems, flight control computers and electric motors, which are essential for the operation of these vehicles.

• Trends and the future of UAM – Shilliday discusses missions that could benefit from UAM vehicles, the possible economic benefits for hard-to-reach regions and the transformative potential of UAM.

Watch this episode on Honeywell's YouTube channel, or listen on Apple, Spotify or iHeart.