On June 11, 2025, President Trump signed
executive orders to boost U.S. drone production,
initiate a pilot program for flying cars, and lift
restrictions on supersonic flight, aiming to enhance innovation and national security. The flying car initiative focuses on electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, with companies like Joby Aviation leading the charge- having completed a 150-mile test flight in 2024 and raising over $2.25 billion in funding by June 2024-though the FAA has approved only 5% of eVTOL applications by mid-2025 due to stringent safety and infrastructure challenges. This program, building on a 2017 drone pilot, targets applications like emergency medical services, air taxis, and cargo logistics, with plans to deploy prototypes in urban areas by 2027 if regulatory hurdles are cleared. The orders also prioritize American manufacturing and address supply chain risks, marking a bold step toward futuristic aviation technology.
