A Comprehensive Analysis of Society's Perspective on Urban Air Mobility

Çınar, Ertan; Tuncal, Arif · 2023 · OpenAlex-citations

DOI: 10.30518/jav.1324997

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This study investigates public perception of Urban Air Mobility (UAM), an emerging transportation concept utilizing electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to address urban congestion. Motivated by the rapid technological advancement of UAM and the critical role of public acceptance in its successful deployment, the research aims to analyze societal views on the benefits and challenges of this system. The authors note that while UAM offers potential solutions for traffic reduction and emergency response, significant hurdles regarding safety, noise, privacy, and airspace integration remain. To assess these perspectives, the researchers conducted an online survey of 518 residents in Ankara and Istanbul, Türkiye’s most populous cities. The questionnaire, designed based on a comprehensive literature review, collected demographic data and measured perceptions of six identified benefits and six challenges using a 5-point Likert scale. Data analysis employed descriptive statistics, independent samples t-tests, and one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA) to identify differences across demographic groups, including gender, age, education, income, and public transportation usage frequency. The results indicate that the public generally perceives UAM as beneficial, with "advanced emergency supplies" receiving the highest average rating (4.691), followed by "reduced travel times" (4.371) and "significant flexibility in transportation" (4.232). Statistical analysis revealed significant variations in perceived benefits based on gender and public transportation usage frequency. Specifically, female participants reported significantly higher benefit levels than males. Additionally, individuals who use public transportation frequently ("few hours a day") perceived greater benefits compared to those who use it rarely. Conversely, no statistically significant differences were found in benefit perceptions based on city of residence, education level, age, or income. Regarding challenges, the study highlights that integrating UAM into existing airspace is viewed as a significant hurdle, with challenge perceptions varying significantly by age. The study concludes that while society views UAM favorably, particularly for emergency services and traffic alleviation, successful implementation requires addressing specific demographic disparities in acceptance. The findings suggest that public perception is not uniform; factors such as gender and reliance on current transit systems influence how benefits are perceived. These insights are crucial for policymakers and industry stakeholders, indicating that targeted strategies are needed to foster broader acceptance and manage concerns regarding airspace integration and safety. The research underscores the importance of understanding societal attitudes to inform regulatory frameworks and infrastructure planning for future urban air mobility systems.

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