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Written question asked by Lord Taylor of Warwick (Non-affiliated) on Tuesday, 22 October 2019, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 5 November 2019. It was answered by Baroness Vere of Norbiton (Conservative) on Monday, 4 November 2019 on behalf of the Department for Transport.


Aviation: Taxis

Question

To ask Her Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of the regulatory requirements needed for the introduction of so-called "flying taxis".

Answer

The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) is the independent body responsible for regulating aviation in the UK. The CAA established an Innovation Hub this year, which is engaging with innovative aviation companies, including those seeking to gain permission to operate Electric ‘Air taxis’ in the UK.

In August, the Prime Minister announced a £300 million joint investment, from the Government and industry, through the Future Flight Challenge, which will support the development of innovative aviation systems and the infrastructure and regulations needed to support them.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL323
Session
2019-19
Subjects
Aviation Taxis
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk