A NASA vision of future AAM operations.
U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) plans for incorporating advanced air mobility (AAM) aircraft1 into the National Airspace System will allow AAM operations to be conducted “at scale” in at least one location by 2028, the agency says.
In an implementation plan issued earlier this week, the FAA detailed components of the plan and their sequencing.
“The plan will serve as a foundation for making entry into service routine and predictable by maximizing the use of existing procedures and infrastructure,” the FAA said. “It addresses how the agency and partners will certify aircraft and pilots, manage airspace access, ensure pilot training, develop infrastructure, maintain security and engage communities.”
Deputy FAA Administrator Katie Thomson added that the plan, which details key objectives and …
