The Future of Transportation Is Here—And It’s Only Getting Better
San Francisco has long been a pioneer in urban mobility, blending the charm of its past with the innovation of its future. From autonomous taxis to self-driving carriages, the next evolution in transportation is already transforming how visitors experience the city. But now, the future of travel is taking flight—literally.
Air Taxi Companies Announce San Francisco Bay Area Service Plans
The next revolution in transportation is arriving from above. Urban air mobility (UAM) companies Archer Aviation and Joby Aviation are preparing to launch electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) air taxis in the Bay Area, with flights expected to begin in 2025. These companies are reshaping city travel, offering a fast, quiet, and sustainable alternative to traditional ground transportation.
With congested city streets often slowing down commutes, air taxis promise to provide a seamless aerial option for those needing to get across the Bay Area in a fraction of the time. These eVTOL aircraft operate more like rideshares in the sky, designed to whisk passengers from city centers to regional airports and beyond—all without the noise or emissions of traditional helicopters.
Archer Aviation & Joby Aviation: The Race to the Skies
Two leading companies—Archer Aviation and Joby Aviation—are making major moves to bring urban air taxis to life. Both are actively securing landing infrastructure, regulatory approvals, and partnerships to make their eVTOL services a reality.
- Archer Aviation recently announced a strategic acquisition to enhance its manufacturing capabilities while finalizing agreements with United Airlines to operate eVTOL flights between city hubs and airports.
- Joby Aviation, backed by Delta Air Lines, is working with government agencies to certify its aircraft, while also securing prime landing locations in key Bay Area locations to create a smooth, efficient passenger experience.
What This Means for Travelers in San Francisco
Soon, visitors to SoMa House may have the option to skip the traffic altogether, stepping into a self-driving Waymo at the hotel entrance and transferring seamlessly to an air taxi that lifts them above the city gridlock. A quick hop from downtown to SFO, or even across the Bay to Oakland or San Jose, could become as simple as booking a rideshare.
The combination of autonomous ground transport and eVTOL air taxis is set to transform the way people move around San Francisco, making travel faster, cleaner, and more connected than ever before.
???? The future of mobility is here—and it’s about to take off. Stay at SoMa House and be at the center of San Francisco’s transportation revolution.