ENVIRONMENTAL LAW AND EVTOL TECHNOLOGIES

Abstract

This study addresses the relationship between the introduction of eVTOLs (Electric Vertical Take-off and Landing) aircraft in Brazilian urban transport and the challenges posed to Environmental Law. With the advancement of air mobility technologies, concerns arise regarding possible environmental impacts, such as noise pollution, energy consumption, occupation of urban space, and waste management, especially concerning the battery lifecycle. Through a literature review, the study analyzes the current Brazilian environmental legislation applicable to the urban air transport sector, identifying regulatory gaps and the need for normative updates to address the specificities of this new transport mode. Furthermore, international experiences and proposed guidelines for the development of environmental regulations suitable for eVTOLs are discussed. It concludes that the safe and sustainable integration of these vehicles into the Brazilian urban environment depends on the creation of public policies that reconcile technological innovation, environmental protection, and social well-being. This article used generative intelligence to improve textual cohesion.