Investigating the Acceptance of Vertiport Construction Near Residence Using Technology Acceptance Model (TAM)

Unmanned Air Mobility (UAM) is an emerging concept of transportation expected to be integrated into urban areas in the coming years. Vertiports are essential facilities for operating UAM for locations where passengers board and disembark after traveling between destinations. This study examines public acceptance of vertiport construction in relation to annual household income and geographical location through a quantitative survey. The research adopts the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) to investigate socio-economic and geographic differences in Urban Air Mobility (UAM) acceptance. It specifically assesses perceptions and tolerance levels concerning safety risks, noise disturbances, and privacy concerns related to vertiport implementation. Data were collected via an online survey comprising 19 questions addressing demographics and acceptance levels, with 64 responses obtained. A one-way ANOVA was conducted to analyze the public acceptance of UAM. The findings revealed significant differences in vertiport acceptance based on annual household income. Additionally, the study highlighted significant variations in the acceptance of privacy invasion, also associated with annual household income.