FAA runs three-day AAM simulations at Orlando International to test eVTOL integration

The FAA ran a three-day Advanced Air Mobility exercise at Orlando International Airport (MCO) to simulate integration of eVTOL air taxis into airport operations, testing airspace procedures, ground handling and coordination with air traffic control. The exercise aimed to validate operational concepts and identify gaps ahead of broader AAM trials.

Discovered 2025-09-15T09:34:29.368995-07:00 | 2025-09-15T09:34:29.368995-07:00

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  • The FAA-led trial moves AAM from planning toward operational testing by exercising airport procedures, ATC coordination and ground operations over a three-day run at MCO, providing concrete data for deployment decisions.
  • This exercise builds on federal integration efforts such as the eVTOL Integration Pilot Program and operational milestones like piloted eVTOL airport-to-airport operations.
  • Results will inform systems and standards needs highlighted by recent work on avionics and AAM enablers, helping prioritize investments in traffic management, infrastructure and certification gaps.

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2025-09-15T09:34:29.368995-07:00
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2025-09-16T08:19:09.844677-07:00
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