AAM is the latest new mobility solution revolutionizing the transportation sector. This innovative and evolving technology has the potential to transform mobility services and bring social and environmental benefits to the community.
The San Diego Association of Governments (SANDAG) is preparing for AAM services in the San Diego region, developing a regional strategy to integrate AAM services as regulations evolve. AAM has the potential to not only alter but also augment the transportation system. In a city like San Diego, the availability of AAM would mean a faster, cheaper, and cleaner way of delivering goods, getting around, and providing emergency services.
A team from Arcadis with expertise across aviation, mobility, stakeholder engagement, and environmental advisory is leading the consortium of VHB, Hovecon, Sutra Research, and TTG Environmental to develop SANDAG’s Regional AAM implementation strategy to integrate AAM services in the region as regulations evolve. This will be the first of many regional strategies to be developed around the country as cities prepare for this new and evolving solution.
The team is assessing AAM research, policies, and market analyses, and leading a comprehensive public outreach and education strategy to meet the needs of underserved communities. We are also incorporating our digital expertise and platforms, using our Smart Atlas GIS Platform to capture data from multiple sources and inform the AAM strategy with data-led decision-making.
Widely accessible aircraft that revolutionize the movement of people, goods, and services could be a reality within the next few years. Using innovative and evolving technology, AAM is on the verge of becoming a groundbreaking mode of low-carbon transportation that complements conventional transportation systems. If implemented correctly and integrated with other modes of transport, AAM has the potential to make mobility more equitable and accessible across the US.
We are excited about working with SANDAG on the first of what we hope will be many advanced air mobility projects. We can use this project to influence the industry and determine the best strategy for developing AAM to ensure it is available and accessible to everyone.
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