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China could soon become the first country in the world with flying taxis as part of Bejing's plan to develop what it calls the "low-altitude economy".

For years, tech companies have been striving to get a commercial electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) service off the ground.

Able to fly over congested cities, eVTOLs are like a cross between electric cars and drones, and can be powered by renewable energy.

They don't need runways and are quieter than traditional helicopters, so are better able to operate in urban areas.

Several manufacturers around the world believe the technology is ready for short-hop flying taxi services - but they need to convince the world's regulators that they're safe.