South East Queensland’s Advanced Air Mobility report has set out the region’s ambition to become a global leader in next-generation aviation, unlocking new opportunities for healthcare, jobs, connectivity and tourism.
Advanced Air Mobility: New Opportunities for SEQ highlights the significant economic and community benefits this emerging industry could bring to the region, including faster healthcare access, more than 4,600 permanent jobs and a $3.7 billion economic uplift by 2045.
The future of South East Queensland’s communities was in the spotlight today, as Mayors, Councillors and CEOs from across the region gathered at the 2026 Council of Mayors (SEQ) Local Government Forum to explore how innovation and digital transformation will shape the region.
From faster hospital access for regional towns to 4,600 new jobs and a potential $3.7 billion uplift by 2045, Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) offers South East Queensland a runway to a more connected and resilient future.