January 16 - Mattar Al Tayer, Director-General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), said on Friday that air taxis are scheduled to begin commercial operations in Dubai by the end of the year.
Jobbie Aviation conducted the first test flight of its fully electric air taxis in Dubai in June 2025, marking a significant milestone for the emirate in its efforts to integrate these taxis into its existing transportation network.
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The Jobbie Air Taxi, which takes off and lands vertically, can fly distances of up to 160 kilometers at speeds of up to 320 kilometers per hour. It was developed by California-based Jobbie Aviation.
Dubai Transport Authority: Air taxi service to begin operating by year's end
