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DAILY INNOVATION BRIEF by Maryanne Kane, Journalist

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D A ILY INNOVATION BRIEF   By Journalists Edward  Kane & Marya nne Kane CHINESE AIR TAXI MAKES HISTORY                                                                                                Source:  EHang EHang's EH216-S air taxi just made history by performing the first-ever passenger flight of a flying taxi with no pilot.  Here's what we know: The flying taxi is essentially a pilotless and autonomous drone Powered by 16 rotors and an electric battery eVTOL that takes-off and lands vertically Top speed 81 mph Range - 22 miles Seats 2 people Quieter and greener than a helicopter Doesn't need a runway Does not drive  User interface is so...