Flying Cars are Closer Than You Think, w/ Angelo Collins & Leo Kayali

In this episode of AI-Curious, we dive into the world of flying cars—technically known as electric vertical take-off and landing vehicles (evTOL). Are we on the brink of a sci-fi future, or is the dream of flying cars still decades away? To answer these questions, we're joined by two leading experts: Angelo Collins, Executive Director of the Vertical Flight Society, and Leo Kayali, CEO of Invo Station, a startup designing electric and AI-powered personal flying vehicles.The conversation spans the current state of evTOL technology, the challenges of scaling, and the profound implications for transportation, sustainability, and urban life. Along the way, the guests unpack key technical advancements, such as AI-driven autonomy, modular design, and innovative solutions for “highways in the sky.” They also explore the regulatory and cultural hurdles that must be addressed for flying vehicles to become a mainstream reality.Key Topics:•[6:41] What is evTOL and why it matters•[12:35] The key technical breakthroughs driving progress•[17:04] How many companies are competing in the flying car race?•[27:31] Highways in the sky: solving air traffic challenges with AI•[34:35] The role of mass production in reducing costs•[42:55] Predictions: When will flying cars become mainstream?•[46:47] Why this matters: saving lives, reducing emissions, and reimagining citiesThe Vertical Flight Society:https://vtol.org/Invo Station:https://invostation.com/Follow AI-Curious and Jeff Wilser:• 🐦 Twitter/Xhttps://x.com/jeffwilser• 💼 LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffwilser/🎧 Subscribe to AI-Curious:• Apple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ai-curious-with-jeff-wilser/id1703130308• Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/70a9Xbhu5XQ47YOgVTE44Q?si=c31e2c02d8b64f1b• YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/@jeffwilserEnjoyed this episode? Subscribe, rate us five stars, and share with a friend who’s passionate about sustainability.