By 2045, Sweden aims to pioneer sustainable air mobility—a nation where electric, hydrogen, and hybrid aircraft operate alongside drones and eVTOLs in a digitally managed, low-altitude airspace.
This vision encompasses not only technological advancements but also a transformation in how we perceive, plan, and utilize the skies.
In this new ecosystem, traditional fossil-based aviation is gradually replaced with clean propulsion systems. Regional connectivity is reimagined, with smaller, decentralized airfields becoming hubs for electric short-haul travel, and vertical takeoff and landing craft servicing cities, towns, and remote areas. This additional layer of air mobility complements existing infrastructure, alleviating pressure on roads and railways.
To realize this future, Sweden must develop what the report terms the “low altitude economy”—a framework that includes digital air traffic systems, physical ground infrastructure such as vertiports and charging stations, and a harmonized regulatory environment. Notably, the Swedish Transport Agency implemented new drone regulations in January 2025, requiring operators of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) over 250 grams to obtain a drone licence and register for an operator ID.
The 2045 vision outlined in Morgondagens Flyg is strategic and actionable, aligning with both the European Green Deal and national climate ambitions. A new flight path is forming—closer to the ground, cleaner in its footprint, and more responsive to the needs of society.
This article builds on the report “Morgondagens Flyg” (The Aviation of Tomorrow), created by Transportföretagen and Aero EDIH.
