Dubai Launches World’s First Commercial Vertiport at International Airport Aviation News – Dubai has achieved a global aviation milestone with the technical completion of the world’s first commercial vertiport at Dubai International Airport (DXB), paving the way for electric air taxi services. This flagship hub, designed to handle thousands of passengers annually, marks the beginning of a revolutionary era in urban air mobility. On April 17, 2026, Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and Skyports Infrastructure officially showcased the finished facility.

#Dubai #AirTaxi #eVTOL #Aviation #SmartMobility #Skyports #JobyAviation #DXB #FutureOfTransport #Sustainability

Vertical Aerospace has completed its first two-way piloted transition flight in a full-scale tiltrotor eVTOL — also the first such flight conducted under civil aviation Design Organisation Approval regulatory oversight.

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IndiGo, through IndiGo Ventures, invested ₹10 crore in Sarla Aviation, a Bengaluru-based eVTOL startup.

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Vertical Aerospace has completed its first two-way piloted transition flight in a full-scale tiltrotor eVTOL — also the first such flight conducted under civil aviation Design Organisation Approval regulatory oversight.

#VerticalAerospace #eVTOL #Valo #AirTaxi #Tiltrotor

Eve Achieves 50 Test Flights Milestone in eVTOL Development Program Aviation News – Eve Air Mobility has completed its 50th successful test flight with a full-scale engineering prototype, marking a significant step toward certification of its eVTOL aircraft and future urban air mobility operations. Since its maiden flight on December 19, 2025, the company’s prototype has accumulated more than two hours of total flight time. The test campaign has produced high-fidelity data, enabling engineers to deepen their understanding of aircraft performance and system behavior.

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📊 Market Size:
$1.1B (2025) ➝ $6.81B (2035)
📈 CAGR: 20%

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• eVTOL aircraft driving innovation
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Pretty cool news for the environment—the first fleet of fully electric air taxis just got approved for commercial flights. No more sitting in traffic while burning fuel.

The first fleet of fully electric air taxis just got approved for commercial flights! Get ready for cleaner skies and a future where you can fly over traffic, not sit in it. 🚁 #ElectricVehicles #AirTaxi #SustainableTravel

Vertical Aerospace is reportedly close to securing $800M+ in new funding to advance its commercial air taxi operations, per Sky News.

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Vertical Aerospace Nears $800M Fundraise for Air Taxi Plans Vertical Aerospace is reportedly closing an $800M raise (Mar 29, 2026) to fund eVTOL certification and production; funding structure and milestones will determine investor impact.

Vertical Aerospace Nears $800M Fundraise for Air Taxi Plans: Vertical Aerospace is reportedly closing an $800M raise (Mar 29, 2026) to fund eVTOL certification and production; funding structure and milestones will… 👈 Read full analysis #VerticalAerospace #AirTaxi #eVTOL #Aviation #Investment

Eve Air Mobility Successfully Demonstrates Full-Scale eVTOL Prototype for Brazilian Government

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Joby Aviation has begun flight testing its first FAA-conforming electric air taxi at its Marina, California facility — a key milestone toward FAA type certification.

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Joby flies first certification aircraft as air taxi program moves toward approval - Air Data News Joby Aviation has begun flight testing the first aircraft built for the final certification phase of its electric air taxi program.

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Joby Aviation Hits Major Milestone with First FAA-Conforming Aircraft Tests Aviation News – Joby Aviation has officially commenced flight testing of its first FAA-conforming aircraft, marking a critical advancement toward Type Inspection Authorization (TIA) and commercial passenger service. This development coincides with a major White House-backed initiative that allows mature eVTOL designs to begin early operations across the United States this year. The California-based company is currently utilizing its own pilots to conduct initial tests at its Marina facility.

#JobyAviation #eVTOL #AirTaxi #AviationNews #FutureOfFlight #FAA #CleanTech #ElectricAviation #UAM #Innovation

Le fabricant de taxis aériens Archer accuse son rival Joby de liens illégaux avec la Chine ((Traduction automatisée par Reuters à l'aide de l'apprentissage automatique et de l'IA générative, veuillez vous référer à l'avertissement suivant: https://bit.ly/rtrsauto)) * Archer accuse Joby de c...

Archer accuse Joby de liens sensibles avec la Chine. Même les taxis volants eVTOL deviennent un terrain de rivalité techno.
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Electric air taxis are about to take flight in 26 states The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has approved eight pilot programs that will allow several companies, including Archer Aviation, Beta Technologies, Joby Aviation, and Wisk, to begin large-sca...

The U.S. aims to accelerate the next era of aviation with eight pilot projects to test innovative electric aircraft across 26 states.

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Joby Aviation Selected for White House-Backed Program to Launch Electric Air Taxi Operations Across the United States Aviation News – Joby Aviation has been named a key partner in several winning applications for the White House-backed Electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) Integration Pilot Program (eIPP). This selection allows the company to initiate early flight operations this year across ten different states, marking a pivotal advancement for the American air taxi industry. The eIPP program, established by a Presidential Executive Order, serves as a strategic bridge for Joby Aviation to introduce its technology to local communities before receiving final FAA type certification.

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Archer Aviation Accuses Joby Aviation of Defrauding U.S. Government in Escalating Air Taxi Legal Battle Aviation News – Archer Aviation has filed a countersuit against rival Joby Aviation, alleging the company defrauded the U.S. government and concealed ties to China to gain an unfair competitive advantage in the rapidly growing electric air taxi market. The countersuit, filed Monday in U.S. federal court, claims Joby Aviation and its agents deliberately misclassified thousands of pounds of Chinese-origin aircraft materials as consumer goods.

#ArcherAviation #JobyAviation #eVTOL #AirTaxi #UrbanAirMobility #AviationNews #ElectricAircraft #FutureOfFlight #AerospaceIndustry #UAM

Archer’s US Air Taxi Operations Moves Ahead: States are Selected for White House Pilot Program Archer Aviation’s partners in Texas, Florida, and New York join White House eVTOL pilot program, advancing Midnight air taxi flights toward 2026 deployment.

Archer Aviation’s partners in Texas, Florida, and New York have joined the White House eVTOL pilot program, advancing Midnight air taxi flights toward 2026 deployment.

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#ArcherAviation #airtaxi #eVTOL #avgeek #Aviation #aviationdaily #Aviationnews

Uber has introduced Uber Air, powered by Joby, which will allow users to book Joby Aviation's all-electric air taxi directly through the Uber app.

#JOBY #UBER #eVTOLs #UberAir #AirTaxi

Joby Aviation posted Q4 revenue of $30.8M — up from just $55K a year ago and nearly double expectations — driven by Pentagon contracts, corporate partnerships, and the Blade Urban Air Mobility acquisition.

#JOBY #JobyAviation #eVTOL #AirTaxi #JobyDubai

Uber and Joby Aviation launch in-app air taxi booking ahead of Dubai debut Uber has integrated Joby Aviation's electric air taxis into its app ahead of a Dubai launch later in 2025, with one-tap booking connecting ground and air travel as Joby nears final FAA certification for US operations.

Uber has integrated Joby Aviation's electric air taxis into its app ahead of a Dubai launch later in 2025, with one-tap booking connecting ground and air travel as Joby nears final FAA certification for US operations. Bne IntelliNews #Uber #JobyAviation #AirTaxi #Dubai #ElectricAviation

Uber and Joby Aviation Unveil Integrated All-Electric Air Taxi Service for Global Urban Travel Aviation News – Uber and Joby Aviation have officially introduced Uber Air, a groundbreaking integration that allows users to book all-electric air taxi flights directly through the existing Uber app. This partnership aims to revolutionize urban mobility by launching the first commercial passenger flights in Dubai later this year. This development marks a significant milestone in the long-standing collaboration between the ride-sharing giant and the aerospace innovator.

#UberAir #JobyAviation #eVTOL #FutureOfFlight #AirTaxi #Sustainability #TechNews #UrbanMobility #Aviation #ElectricFlight

Companies accelerate plans for electric vertical take-off aircraft The prospect of air taxis flying above Miami’s skyline is coming into sharper focus, as companies accelerate plans, partnerships and infrastructure for electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) a...

Companies accelerate plans for electric vertical take-off aircraft

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#MiamiTodayNews #EVTOL #AirTaxi #UrbanAirMobility #CleanTransportation #MiamiToday

JetSetGo Plans 50 Electric Valo Aircraft to Launch India’s Air Taxi Network Aviation News – JetSetGo has signed a deal with Vertical Aerospace to purchase up to 50 electric Valo aircraft and jointly roll out advanced air mobility services across India, a move that could bolt the country toward cleaner, faster regional air travel. The agreement, formalised through a Memorandum of Understanding on 5 February 2026, sets the framework for the two companies to build route networks, define operating models and work with regulators to introduce electric and hybrid-electric aircraft into commercial service.

#JetSetGo #VerticalAerospace #ElectricAviation #AAM #AirTaxi #eVTOL #SustainableFlight #IndiaAviation #ZeroEmission #FutureOfFlight

AutoFlight Tests 10-Seat eVTOL in Public Transition Flight Aviation News – Chinese eVTOL developer AutoFlight has revealed its new Matrix air taxi, a five-ton electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft, following a successful public full transition flight on February 5, 2026, marking what the company calls a world first in heavy-class urban air mobility. The Matrix is designed to carry up to 10 passengers and represents AutoFlight’s latest step in scaling electric air mobility beyond small two- to four-seat prototypes.

#eVTOL #AirTaxi #AutoFlight #AdvancedAirMobility #ElectricAviation #UrbanAirMobility #ChinaAviation #SustainableFlight #FutureOfFlight #Aerospace

Eve Expands Japan Footprint With Major eVTOL Deal Aviation News – Eve Air Mobility has secured a second binding agreement with Tokyo-based operator AirX for up to 50 electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft, accelerating plans to launch zero-emission urban air services across Japan. The deal marks Eve’s latest expansion in Asia and deepens its partnership with AirX, a leading provider of helicopter charter and advanced air mobility services in Japan.

#EveAirMobility #AirX #eVTOL #UrbanAirMobility #ElectricAviation #JapanTech #AirTaxi #SustainableFlight #AdvancedAirMobility #AviationNews

Repost • @1010wins 🛩️ Up, up and away! 1010 WINS got an exclusive look at the Valo air taxi that could be shuttling people around the New York City area in a couple of years.

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This week's Watchlist highlights decisions that could shape Newport Beach for years — from airport policy and electric #AirTaxi plans to #SurfPark referendum results and upcoming housing and coastal planning discussions. Staying informed early matters.
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Archer Aviation has been named the Republic of Serbia’s preferred eVTOL air taxi partner ahead of EXPO 2027 in Belgrade.

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