Ron DeSantis highlighted state efforts involving the DOT regarding air taxis as a potential solution to ease traffic in Tampa, utilizing a testing facility in Auburndale.
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Ron DeSantis highlighted state efforts involving the DOT regarding air taxis as a potential solution to ease traffic in Tampa, utilizing a testing facility in Auburndale.
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What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.SunTrax testing eVTOLs in Central Florida.1 source
- Ron DeSantis announced the establishment of a testing hub in Polk County for air taxi operations.Sub-event
- Office announces I-4 corridor projects, including a vertiport, are underway.Sub-event
- Ron DeSantis announced test flights at SunTrax, with Skyfly Technologies awaiting FAA certification for testing.Sub-event
LOI outlines partnership for testing and growth at the Auburndale facility.1 source
- SUNTRAX is partnering with various entities, including Polk State College and the Florida Department of Transportation, to test autonomous vehicle technology and pursue certification for advanced air mobility.Sub-event
Air taxis could ease Tampa traffic using SunTrax testing grounds in Auburndale.1 source
DeSantis announced state expansion into new tech, with FAA selecting Florida for air taxi pilot program.1 source
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The entities involved
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Ron DeSantis
American politician (born 1978)
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Tampa
city in and seat of Hillsborough County, Florida, United States
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SUNTRAX
company in the Czech Republic
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