Hailing a cab in Dubai? It might just be an aerial taxi by 2026!
Taking a cab in the UAE might just be with aerial views of Dubai, very very soon!
An agreement has been signed to launch an aerial taxi service in Dubai by 2026, making it the first city in the world with a commercial, city-wide service and vertiport network.
The Joby Aviation S4 Aerial taxi – a five-seater, battery-powered taxi with six propellers – is scheduled for commercial operations in 2026 and can cover a maximum distance of 161km, with a top speed of up to 321km per hour.
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Less noisy than helicopters, its vertical take-off and landing capability makes it efficient for urban environments, eliminating the need for extensive horizontal space typically required for conventional stations.
The innovative transportation service uses cutting-edge technology to facilitate the safe and efficient movement of individuals within urban areas.
The project is part of RTA’s future mobility initiatives, aimed at providing transportation services for both Dubai residents and visitors, and built in collaboration with General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA), Dubai Civil Aviation Authority (DCAA), Joby Aviation (Joby), and Skyports Infrastructure (Skyports).
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