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Advanced air mobility

MDOT aeronautic staff prepare a drone for flying.
Department of Transportation

Advanced air mobility

Advanced air mobility (AAM) is an innovative concept that aims to transform transportation by integrating new, highly automated aircraft into existing airspace. These aircraft are designed to move people and cargo between places previously underserved by traditional transportation methods. AAM envisions a future where air travel is more accessible, efficient, and sustainable, offering a potential solution to traffic congestion and environmental concerns.

To facilitate the advancement of emerging aviation technologies in Michigan, the Office of Aeronautics is promoting safe and efficient standards for new aviation facilities, advocating for policy changes to streamline operations, and serving as an educational leader in the AAM space. Our goal is to create sustainability within our communities by encouraging emerging technologies to benefit all citizens, promote mobility, and spur economic growth.

An overview map of Michigan showing cities in lighted areas.
An overview map of Michigan showing cities in lighted areas.

Advanced Aerial Mobility Activation Fund

The AAM Activation Fund aims to create a centralized pipeline of projects that have the potential to validate technical and economic feasibility of key AAM use cases, generate critical data that can be used to inform policy making, and accelerate AAM readiness and growth in Michigan.


A red cargo ship passes under the Mackinac Bridge.
Electreon static charging installation at Michigan Central in Detroit.
A image depiction of an unmanned aircraft being loaded at an airport.
A drone flies over the US-131 construction from 10 Mile Road to 14 Mile Road in Kent County.