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"TSA Trials Self-Service Airport Security Screening in Las Vegas"

The TSA has introduced a prototype self-service airport security screening system at the Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas, allowing TSA PreCheck passengers to complete screening at their own pace with the help of a video monitor. The system aims to reduce the need for Transportation Security Officers and streamline the screening process, but some aviation security experts express skepticism about potential issues with fewer officers and the need for in-person assistance for infrequent travelers. The technology is currently in the testing phase and is purely optional for passengers.

1 year ago•Source: NPR

"Joby's eVTOL Air Taxis Set to Revolutionize Urban Transportation in Dubai by 2026"

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2.84 min•1 year ago

"Joby's eVTOL Air Taxis Set to Revolutionize Urban Transportation in Dubai by 2026"

Joby Aviation has secured a definitive agreement with the government of Dubai to launch air taxi operations in the UAE, with exclusive rights to aerial operations in Dubai for six years starting in 2026. The company will work with Skyports to build and operate four vertiport sites in Dubai, offering eVTOL rides that can transport four passengers plus a pilot at speeds up to 200 mph, cutting car travel times significantly. Joby's progress in the eVTOL industry has been impressive, and this agreement marks a significant milestone in its efforts to bring full-scale air taxi operations to reality.

via Electrek.co