Dubai successfully completes first test flight of Air Taxi

DUBAI: Dubai has successfully conducted the first test flight of its air taxi, marking a major milestone in the emirate’s futuristic transportation plans.

The UAE government announced that the air taxi service is expected to be operational for the public by 2026.

The test flight took off from the desert area of Margham, connecting Dubai and Al Ain, and landed at Al Maktoum Airport in Dubai.

Officials stated that the electric air taxi can fly at speeds of up to 320 km/h, accommodate four passengers, and is designed to be environmentally friendly with reduced noise levels.

Further experimental flights are planned over urban areas, and Skyports Company is developing the first air taxi station near Dubai International Airport to facilitate the upcoming service.