Socioeconomic stratification of urban air mobility based on income and transport demand: a case study of New York City

Key Points

• The aim is to investigate how income impacts the accessibility and demand for urban air mobility services in New York City.
• Analyzed income data across different neighborhoods
• Assessed transport demand for urban air mobility
• Examined potential disparities in access and usage of air mobility services
• Higher income areas show greater transport demand for air mobility
• Significant gaps in access exist between low and high-income neighborhoods
• Policy recommendations highlight the need for equitable transport solutions