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.

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Etymology

Origin of air taxi

An Americanism dating back to 1915–20

Example Sentences

The company is also planning to build out air taxi networks in Abu Dhabi, and says it is eyeing New York City and Los Angeles.

From The Wall Street Journal

But a car ride from Miami to downtown West Palm could take about two hours during rush hour, while the air taxi would take less than half that time.

From The Wall Street Journal

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

From The Wall Street Journal

Ross sees the air taxi as a way to cut down on commute times to Miami for his tenants in West Palm office towers and apartments.

From The Wall Street Journal

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

From Barron's