Aviation Festival Americas preview: What are the emerging investment trends in aviation today?
In the last few years, we have been following all the significant trends in aviation and related technologies on AirGuide Business. We have featured many stories, and most experts we talked to agree that the most prominent trend they’re observing on the investment side is new electric aircraft projects, eVTOL aircraft, urban and unmanned aerial vehicles, developing electric power, and deploying UAM infrastructure, including cybersecurity for all aviation platforms.
There are several emerging investment opportunities in the aviation industry that are worth considering:
Autonomous systems: Drones and self-flying aircraft, are becoming increasingly important in the aviation industry. These systems can be used for tasks such as aerial surveying, cargo transport, and search and rescue operations.
Electric aircraft: With the growing demand for sustainable transportation options, electric aircraft are an area of significant investment potential. Companies are developing electric planes with the aim of reducing emissions and operating costs while improving performance.
Advanced air mobility (AAM): AAM is a more advanced version of UAM that aims to provide longer-range air transportation services using electric or hybrid-electric aircraft. Companies are developing AAM aircraft for use in regional air travel, air cargo, and other applications.
Urban air mobility (UAM): UAM is a rapidly growing sector that aims to provide on-demand air transportation services within cities using electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. Companies are developing eVTOLs for use in air taxis, package delivery, and other urban applications.
Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs): UAVs, also known as drones, are being used in a wide range of applications, from surveying and mapping to agriculture and construction. Companies are developing UAVs with longer ranges, higher payloads, and greater autonomy, opening up new investment opportunities.
Cybersecurity: As aircraft, airports, reservations systems become more connected and rely more on electronic systems, cybersecurity is becoming an increasingly important concern. Ensuring the security of all systems is essential to preventing cyber attacks that could compromise safety or disrupt operations.
Aerial Vehicles have the potential to revolutionize air travel, making it faster, more efficient, safer, and more accessible than ever before. While there are still challenges to be addressed, including regulatory hurdles and technological limitations, the future of air travel looks bright with the continued development of these vehicles. These innovations are poised to change transportation, logistics, and various other industries in the coming years.
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The Investor Panel: What are the interesting emerging investment opportunities in aviation today?
Moderator: Aram Gesar, CEO & Publisher, AirGuide Travel Tech & Media
Laurence Vigeant- Langlois, PhD, Managing Director, AE Industrial Partners
Dean Donovan, Managing Director, DiamondStream Partners
Stephen Snyder, Managing Director, JetBlue Ventures
Gilad Berenstein, Founder, Brook Bay Capital, LLC
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Aviation Festival Americas 2023
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