Aerobus

/ˈɛroʊˌbʌs/ noun

Definition

A hypothetical or proposed aircraft designed to carry passengers like a bus, particularly for short air routes.

Etymology

Compound of 'aero-' (air) and 'bus.' This speculative term emerged in aviation planning discussions about future urban and regional air transport systems.

Kelly Says

The aerobus concept predicted today's debates about air taxis and urban air mobility—futurists in the 1970s-80s dreamed of air buses shuttling commuters, which is finally becoming real with electric aircraft!

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