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flag Florida opens eVTOL testing site in Polk County to advance flying cabs and ease I-4 traffic.

flag Florida has launched a testing facility in Polk County to advance electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, or flying cabs, as part of a push to reduce traffic congestion along the I-4 corridor. flag The site, featuring two vertiports, will support private companies in developing and commercializing the technology, with a focus on short-distance urban trips under 60 miles. flag Governor Ron DeSantis and state officials emphasize the initiative’s role in positioning Florida as a leader in advanced air mobility, aligning with federal FAA pilot programs. flag Testing will evaluate safety, infrastructure, and public acceptance, with supervised trials expected by 2026.

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