Joby Aviation (JOBY) shares surged nearly 20% following the air taxi company’s announcement of successfully completing a series of piloted electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) flights in Dubai. This positive development signals a significant step forward for the company in its journey toward commercial operations. According to a press release from Joby Aviation, the...
Abu Dhabi has conducted a test flight of a passenger electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft in a public demonstration, marking a significant step toward integrating urban air mobility into everyday transportation. The event highlights the emirate’s commitment to advancing intelligent transportation systems. The Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO), with support from the Smart...
Abu Dhabi Aviation Company announced a significant increase in net profits for the first quarter of 2025, reaching AED 215.32 million, compared to AED 26.81 million during the same period in 2024. This marks a remarkable growth in the company’s financial performance. The company’s revenue from contracts with customers surged to AED 1.97 billion in...
The UAE has approved the design for its first hybrid heliport, which will be located at the Abu Dhabi Cruise Terminal in Zayed Port. This facility is part of the Abu Dhabi Air Taxi project and is designed to accommodate both helicopters and electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, such as Archer’s Midnight, as...
Sharjah recently showcased the PAL-V Liberty, an $800 000 flying car that can travel from Abu Dhabi to Muscat in just 2 hours and 20 minutes. This innovative vehicle represents a significant advancement in transportation technology, allowing users to bypass congested roads by taking to the skies. The PAL-V Liberty, described as the world’s first...
The Abu Dhabi Aviation Group has officially partnered with the US-based Archer Aviation to introduce the electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft in the UAE and beyond. This partnership aims to deploy the first fleet of Archer’s Midnight eVTOL aircraft globally, with operations expected to commence later this year as part of Archer’s ‘Launch...
Joby Aviation is making strides towards launching commercial air taxi services in Dubai, according to Bonny Simi, the company’s President of Operations. With her background as an Olympian and a Master’s degree in Management Science and Engineering from Stanford University, Simi is at the forefront of developing electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) technology aimed...
Industry analyst Richard Aboulafia has raised concerns regarding the timeline for the introduction of electric vertical-takeoff-and-landing vehicles (eVTOLs) in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). According to Aviation Week, in a commentary published in September 2024, he questioned, “When will an eVTOL, or anything AAM [advanced air mobility], actually enter service? Great question! The answer always...
Skyports Infrastructure has introduced its proposed designs for a network of vertiports in Abu Dhabi. This initiative aims to facilitate the upcoming launch of electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) air taxis and drone operations within the United Arab Emirates. The planned vertiport network is part of a broader strategy to enhance urban air mobility...
US-based Lift Aircraft is set to introduce its HEXA electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft in the UAE, aiming to make flying accessible to everyone. The HEXA is currently showcased at the UAE pavilion during GISS this week. Subject to regulatory approvals, the company hopes to conduct HEXA’s inaugural flight in the UAE on...