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Overview
Basics
Basics
FlyTahoe, America’s first electric flying ferry, will halve travel times for the 20,000 daily drivers between North and South Tahoe. By providing a cleaner, faster alternative to driving, our silent cross-lake service not only reduces traffic congestion and automobile dependency but also eliminates emissions and road sediment, preserving Lake Tahoe’s clarity while better linking Tahoe’s communities.
See it in action at flytahoe.com.
With 10x operational efficiency gains from electric hydrofoils, we're unlocking profitability while making flying across Lake Tahoe cheaper than driving around it. By flying above the waves with no wake, FlyTahoe causes no seasickness or shoreline erosion.
Planning/Design
2024
2026
2030
Ryan Meinzer (ryan@flytahoe.com)
04/11/2025
04/16/2025
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Organizations
Organizations
| FlyTahoe (FlyTahoe) | Ryan Meinzer - FlyTahoe (FlyTahoe) | |||
| Private (Private) | Kat McIntyre - Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) |
EIP Details
EIP Basics
EIP Basics
03.02.01.0074 - FlyTahoe: Cross-Lake Electric Flying Ferry - Ride the Future
This project is on the EIP 5-year list.
Lake Clarity Details
Lake Clarity Basics
Lake Clarity Basics
Not provided
Transportation Details
Transportation Basics
Transportation Basics
No
Operations and Maintenance
This project is a Transportation Operations and Maintenance project with recurring annual costs.
$1,921,817
$10,354,244
(For years 2026-2030 using 2.50% annual inflation)
Performance Measures
Expected Performance Measures
Expected Performance Measures
| Pounds of Air Pollutants Removed or Avoided by Project | [Pollutant of Concern: Carbon Monoxide (CO)] | pounds | |
| Pounds of Air Pollutants Removed or Avoided by Project | [Pollutant of Concern: Nitrogen Oxides (NOx)] | pounds | |
| Pounds of Air Pollutants Removed or Avoided by Project | [Pollutant of Concern: Ozone (O3)] | pounds | |
| Pounds of Air Pollutants Removed or Avoided by Project | [Pollutant of Concern: Particulate Matter less than 10 Microns (PM10)] | pounds | |
| Pounds of Air Pollutants Removed or Avoided by Project | [Pollutant of Concern: Particulate Matter less than 2.5 Microns (PM2.5)] | pounds | |
| Tons of Greenhouse Gases Reduced | [Type of Mitigation: Avoided Emissions] | tons | |
| People Served | [Primary Service Type: Program Participation] | number |
Reported Performance Measures
Reported Performance Measures
Reported Performance Measure Accomplishments are not relevant for projects in the Planning/Design stage.
Funding
Expected Funding
Expected Funding
Expected Funding is not applicable to Transportation O&M projects.
Reported Expenditures
Reported Expenditures
No expenditures have been reported for this project.
Photos
FlyTahoe: America's First Electric Flying Ferry - Ride the Future
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Other Details
Watersheds
No watersheds set for this project.
Threshold Categories
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FlyTahoe’s electric propulsion has zero emissions, directly improving air quality by eliminating pollutants like carbon monoxide and particulates. This shift from road to lake reduces the number of vehicles on Tahoe’s roads, further decreasing air pollution and particulates and enhancing visibility across the region.
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By offering a faster and more efficient travel option across Lake Tahoe, FlyTahoe enhances recreational access and experience. It connects communities and popular destinations with minimal environmental impact, preserving natural areas and maintaining recreational quality.
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FlyTahoe reduces dependence on automobiles, vehicle miles traveled, and traffic congestion by offering a sustainable and efficient alternative, supporting greenhouse gas emission reduction targets. The service boosts socio-economic mobility by linking North and South Tahoe year-round, connecting communities to jobs, education, and recreation. Accommodating wheelchairs, bikes, and skis, FlyTahoe fosters equity and sustainability. Its zero-emission, wake-free operation protects Tahoe’s clarity and enhances community connectivity.
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Ferry service will improve lake clarity by decreasing fine sediment run-off due to private car use.
Local and Regional Plans
No Local and Regional Plans set for this project.
Related Projects
Related Projects
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External Links
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Notes
Notes
| 04/10/2025 6:49 PM | Ryan Meinzer | Public endorsements from regional partners will be included upon request. |