Skyways to the Future: Operational Concepts for Advanced Air Mobility in India

The Skyways to the Future: Operational Concepts for Advanced Air Mobility in India report explores how advanced air mobility (AAM) can reshape India’s urban and regional transport landscape.

As India ranks third globally in domestic air traffic, this report serves as a strategic guide for local policy-makers to adopt AAM. It highlights key areas, including airspace management, infrastructure development and regulatory needs to support a phased AAM roll-out nationwide. Emphasizing economic impacts, AAM offers solutions to urban congestion, enhances access to remote areas, and creates new market opportunities – ultimately supporting India's development goals.

The report calls for an integrated vertiport network, advanced technologies and a regulatory framework, outlining actions to address noise, energy and community acceptance challenges. Through AAM, India can increase access to jobs, healthcare and markets, driving social inclusion and economic growth.