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air taxi

American  

noun

  1. a small aircraft for passengers, cargo, and mail operated, either on a scheduled or nonscheduled basis, along short routes not serviced by large airlines.


Etymology

Origin of air taxi

An Americanism dating back to 1915–20

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Joby Aviation’s stock rose 6.4% after completing the first point-to-point air taxi demonstration in New York City.

From Barron's • Apr. 27, 2026

Supernal, an air taxi company backed by Hyundai Motor Group, laid off most of its staff last week as it struggles to prove its technology.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 4, 2026

The air taxi network would also connect to airports in Miami, Fort Lauderdale and Palm Beach, among other locations.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 3, 2025

EHang plans to introduce an air taxi service, priced similarly to a premium road taxi, within three years.

From Barron's • Nov. 30, 2025

“Yes you can. It’s air taxi work. No intrigue attached.”

From "Code Name Verity" by Elizabeth Wein

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