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What is Advanced Air Mobility?
Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) represents the next generation of aviation technology. It uses electric or hybrid-electric aircraft to move people and cargo efficiently over short to medium distances.
These aircraft—including electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) vehicles—can take off and land vertically like helicopters but operate with significantly lower noise and emissions. They are designed to safely integrate into existing aviation systems while supporting new transportation options for communities.
AAM technologies are being developed and tested across the United States and around the world. Federal aviation regulators, industry partners, and state transportation agencies are working together to ensure these aircraft meet the highest safety standards before entering service.
Utah is preparing now to ensure these technologies can be implemented safely, responsibly, and in ways that benefit communities across the state.
How AAM Supports Utah
Advanced Air Mobility is not designed to replace existing transportation systems. Instead, it adds new capabilities that complement roads, rail, and traditional aviation.
By creating additional mobility options, AAM can help:
- Improve transportation reliability across the state
- Reduce congestion on busy roadways
- Expand access to services for rural communities
- Support economic growth and innovation
- Improve emergency response capabilities
- Reduce emissions through electric aircraft technologies
Real-World Use Cases
Advanced Air Mobility supports a wide range of public, commercial, and community needs. These services have the potential to improve connectivity, safety, and efficiency across the state. Explore how these use cases could take shape across Utah below.
Passenger Travel
Cargo and Logistics
Advanced Air Mobility aircraft can support time-sensitive cargo deliveries across Utah’s growing logistics and manufacturing network.
Medical Transport
Emergency Response
Advanced Air Mobility technologies can also support public safety and emergency response operations.
Benefits for All Utahns
Even for Utahns who may never personally ride in an AAM aircraft, these technologies can still deliver meaningful benefits. By shifting certain passenger and cargo trips to the air, AAM can help reduce congestion on major roadways and improve overall transportation efficiency. Potential statewide benefits include:
Reduced congestion on busy transportation corridors
Improved roadway conditions through reduced heavy vehicle traffic
Faster emergency response times
Reduced Expanded access to services for rural communities
Reduced transportation-related emissions
Stronger economic development opportunities
Looking Ahead
Advanced Air Mobility technologies are still developing, but progress is happening quickly. Aircraft manufacturers, aviation regulators, and transportation agencies are working together to ensure these systems are safe, reliable, and beneficial to the public.
Utah is taking a proactive approach by planning now, engaging communities, and exploring how these technologies can be responsibly integrated into the state’s transportation system. Through careful coordination and public input, Utah aims to ensure Advanced Air Mobility enhances mobility, strengthens communities, and supports the state’s future transportation needs.