This study investigates the potential market for an On-Demand Mobility (ODM) air transportation concept. The ODM vehicle is an advanced aircraft equipped with automation, electric propulsion technology andlimited Vertical Takeoff and Landing (VTOL) capabilities. The analysis presentedincludes an integrated approach to estimate ODM commuter demand The approach includes: a) a life cycle cost analysis, b) a calibrated Conditional Logit Model to predict commuter mode choice, c) landing site requirements analysis and d) detailed analysis of potential routes. The demand for ODM Commuter Aircraft- as a mode of trans portation for daily commuting to and from work - was modeled considering automobile and public transit as competing modes of trans portation. The study presented in this paper applies the ODM commuter vehicle demand methodology to two metropolitan areas: a) Northern California and b) Washington D.C. - Baltimore areas.
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