UAE: Archer Aviation to Operate "Flying Taxi" Services by the End of 2025
Adam Goldstein, the CEO of Archer Aviation, a company specializing in electric helicopters, has confirmed that a recent agreement with the Abu Dhabi Investment Office will significantly boost the deployment of commercial flying taxi services across the United Arab Emirates (UAE) by the culmination of 2025.
Goldstein emphasized that this agreement is poised to expedite the establishment of heliports across the UAE, vital for the smooth operation of flying taxis. The company's immediate focus will be on identifying suitable take-off and landing sites and constructing the necessary infrastructure, a pivotal step towards realizing their vision in the foreseeable future.
The scale of investment in this ambitious project surpasses hundreds of millions of dollars, spanning various domains. Goldstein underscored the significance of this venture and the partnership with the Abu Dhabi Investment Office, citing its role in bolstering the capital's stature as a global hub for civil aviation.
With the goal of revolutionizing travel by displacing long car rides with quick, safe, economical, and environmentally friendly flying taxi services which could cut travel times from 60 to 90 minutes to just 10 to 20 minutes Archer Aviation is committed to developing vertical electric aircraft for urban air transport missions.
Goldstein expressed gratitude for the overwhelming support received from stakeholders across the Emirates, particularly from Abu Dhabi. Plans are underway to establish an office in the capital, facilitating strategic planning for future operations. This strategic move will not only streamline operations within the UAE but also pave the way for expansion across other emirates and Gulf Cooperation Council countries.
As per the agreement, the Abu Dhabi Investment Office will collaborate with Archer Aviation and other air taxi firms to establish flying taxi helipads at key locations in Abu Dhabi, augmenting the civil aviation infrastructure crucial for Archer Aviation's operational expansion.
