In 2019, Bell Helicopter, a subsidiary of Textron Inc, unveiled plans for its air taxi service, dubbed the Nexus. The company showcased a full-scale model of the aircraft and provided details about its design and capabilities. The Nexus is a hybrid-electric VTOL (vertical takeoff and landing) aircraft that can carry four passengers and a pilot. It has a range of 200 miles (320 kilometers) and a top speed of 150 miles per hour (240 kilometers per hour).

Bell Helicopter plans to begin flight testing the Nexus in 2023 and to have it certified for commercial use by 2025. The company is targeting a price point of $5 million per aircraft, which is comparable to the cost of a high-end business jet.

There is a growing interest in air taxis as a way to alleviate traffic congestion and provide a more efficient and affordable way to travel. Several companies are developing air taxi services, including Uber, Boeing, and Airbus. However, there are a number of challenges that need to be overcome before air taxis can become a reality, such as safety, noise, and infrastructure.

Despite these challenges, the potential benefits of air taxis are significant. They could revolutionize the way we travel and make it possible to reach our destinations faster and more efficiently. Air taxis could also help to reduce traffic congestion and pollution, making our cities more livable.

The timeline for when air taxis will be zipping around is still somewhat uncertain. However, with continued advancements in technology and increasing demand for air taxi services, it is likely that they will become a reality within the next decade or so.