takeoff

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San Jose-based Archer and Santa Cruz-based Joby both plan to offer a commercial air-taxi service using electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft, or eVTOL.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

Other airlines are eyeing Spirit’s takeoff and landing rights at larger airports, which could help the carriers add more passengers and attract more loyal customers.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 17, 2026

An air traffic controller had just told the Frontier pilot they were clear for takeoff and wished them a good night.

From BBC • May 9, 2026

The flights are part of the electric vertical takeoff and landing, or eVTOL, Integration Pilot Program, or eIPP, launched by the Transportation Department in 2025 to accelerate the development and adoption of air taxis.

From Barron's • Apr. 27, 2026

“Taxi, takeoff, and a full flight to RAF Branston. I’ll talk you through the landing there, and you can try it yourself when we get back to Maidsend.”

From "Code Name Verity" by Elizabeth Wein