Abu Dhabi plans flying taxi test flights this summer
Published May 6th, 2025 - 08:49 GMT
ALBAWABA – Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), is set to begin testing flying taxis this summer. The initiative is a collaboration between Archer Aviation, a publicly traded US company specializing in electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, and Abu Dhabi Aviation, a leading airline based in the UAE capital. Also Read UAE to launch flying taxi trials in 2025 Abu Dhabi says goodbye to traffic jams
The city is preparing to say goodbye to heavy traffic jams with the launch of flying taxi test flights scheduled for this summer.Notably, the first test will feature the Midnight aircraft, an electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) vehicle capable of carrying four passengers in addition to a pilot.
This quiet, emissions-free flying taxi will be tested this summer as part of efforts by the two companies to determine the timeline for the official launch of the service in the UAE.
The Midnight flying taxi is environmentally friendly, featuring a zero-emissions electric engine. (Archer.com)
This innovative transportation solution is expected to significantly reduce travel time across the city—from approximately 60 to 90 minutes down to just 10 to 20 minutes.Passengers will be able to enjoy a scenic, 20-minute flight from Abu Dhabi to Dubai, bypassing road traffic and taking in aerial views along the way.The Midnight flying taxi is environmentally friendly, featuring a zero-emissions electric engine. According to the company, the cost of a ride will be comparable to that of luxury ground transportation.
They emphasized the benefits of the project, which include fuel and time savings, reduced carbon emissions, and overall environmental conservation.
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