Skyways to the Future 2024

Scorecard for vertiports In alignment with the previously mentioned priorities, the following scorecard may be considered a guide while planning a vertiport. Vertiport feasibility scorecard using key criteria for urban and rural areas TABLE 2 Criteria DescriptionWeight (urban)Weight (rural)Score (1-5)Weighted score (urban)Weighted score (rural) 1. Location necessityAssess the need for new vertiports in the area 0.15 0.20 Consider traffic congestion and demand for intra- city/intercity travel in urban areas; connectivity in rural areas0.15 0.20 2. Safety considerationsEvaluate the safety of the proposed vertiport location0.20 0.15 Assess factors like airspace management, proximity to emergency services and public safety risks0.20 0.15 3. Environmental and social impactConsider potential noise pollution, public acceptance and environmental impact0.15 0.10 4. Urban planning integrationAssess the integration of the vertiport with existing urban planning and infrastructure0.10 0.05 5. Population densityEvaluate the population density and its potential to drive demand for AAM services0.10 0.15 6. Travel patternsAnalyse existing travel patterns and the potential for AAM to enhance connectivity and reduce travel time0.10 0.15 7. Existing transport infrastructureAssess the ability of current transport infrastructure to support AAM integration0.10 0.10 8. Economic potentialEvaluate potential economic benefits, including job creation, tourism and business opportunities0.10 0.15 9. Topology and design feasibilityAssess the suitability of the area’s topology for vertiport construction, considering design options like rooftops or ground-based facilities0.05 0.05 10. Interoperability Ensure the vertiport can accommodate various AAM vehicles, promoting standardized infrastructure0.05 0.05 11. Readiness indexAssess the location’s readiness for AAM integration based on land availability, regulatory frameworks, public acceptance, connectivity and workforce availability0.10 0.10 a) Land availability Availability of suitable land for vertiport construction0.10 0.10 b) Regulatory frameworksPresence of regulations supporting AAM operations0.10 0.10 c) Public acceptancePublic acceptance based on surveys and community engagement0.10 0.10 d) Connectivity Connectivity to existing transport networks 0.10 0.10 e) Skilled workforce Availability of a skilled workforce for vertiport operations0.10 0.10 Skyways to the Future: Operational Concepts for Advanced Air Mobility in India 14