Cold weather could cut electric air taxi range by more than a fifth

An electric air taxi could lose up to 22% of its flying range in winter compared with spring, according to a computer study. The finding points to a challenge for future air taxi operators: the same trip can require more battery power on a cold day. Electric air taxis are designed to lift off and land vertically, making them suitable for use in urban areas, but their performance can be affected by weather conditions.