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Dubai claims flying taxis will depart from four locations by 2026

Dubai claims flying taxis will depart from four locations by 2026

Dubai is once again preparing for the introduction of flying taxis in this futuristic city-state, releasing its firmest details yet on Monday for a scheduled launch by 2026.

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Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the ruler of Dubai, made the announcement of the program's restart on Twitter on Sunday and stated that air taxis will start flying in Dubai within three years.

At the World Government Summit this week in Dubai, Sheikh Mohammed disclosed that he has approved plans for air taxi stations.

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In a tweet, Sheikh Mohammed stated that "from the World Government Summit, we authorised today the design of the new air taxi stations in Dubai, which will begin operating within three years."

The announcement's advertising film emphasised the six-rotor electric flying taxi produced by Joby Aviation of Santa Cruz, California.

Monday's World Government Summit featured an exhibit where Joby Aviation aircraft were on display.

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Oliver Walker-Jones, a spokesman for Joby Aviation, said, "We're enthused about the possibilities and actively researching the possibility.

The concept is still in its early stages, according to Ahmed Bahrozyan from the emirate's Roads and Transport Authority.

Four "vertiports" by Dubai International Airport, the city centre, the Palm Jumeirah archipelago, and Dubai Marina were also included in the announcement. Among them are two launch pads and four charging stations for the flying taxis.

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"We think those are appealing locations with business hubs and tourist hubs that might generate big demand," claims Bahrozyan.

According to Bahrozyan, the cost of flying taxis "will be in line with a limousine service in Dubai, possibly a little higher." According to the RTA, the cost of limo services in the city is "at least 30% higher than taxi costs." Taxis have a $3.25 minimum price and charge $0.50 per kilometre.

The Joby prototype can travel more than 240 kilometres before requiring a charge, putting Abu Dhabi and other parts of the nation within reach. The rotors are angled forward, and it takes off and landings vertically. A top speed of 320 kph is possible.


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