Dubai air taxis to begin commercial flights by year-end, Transport Authority says

January 16, 2026 6:36 PM

Dubai air taxis to begin commercial flights by year-end, Transport Authority says

Electric air taxis developed by Joby Aviation are set to begin commercial operations in Dubai by the end of this year, Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority Chairman Mattar Al Tayer said on Friday. Joby Aviation conducted the first test flight of its fully electric air taxi in the emirate in June 2025, a major milestone in Dubai's efforts to introduce them into its existing transport networks. The Joby Aerial Taxi, the flagship electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft developed by the C...

Dubai Unveils 15km Driverless Transport Zone in Push for Smart Mobility

September 25, 2025 6:47 PM

Dubai Unveils 15km Driverless Transport Zone in Push for Smart Mobility

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced the launch of the Dubai Autonomous Zone (DAZ), a 15-kilometer dedicated corridor for driverless vehicles and marine transport, set to become operational in early 2026. The initiative, unveiled at the Dubai World Congress for Self-Driving Transport, supports the emirate’s goal of making 25% of daily trips autonomous by 2030. The zone will cover Al Jaddaf Metro Station, Dubai Creek Harbour, and Dubai Festival City, offering commuters a...