Lilium Nabs Order for 10 Pioneer Edition Jets from ArcosJet

ArcosJet, Lilium’s exclusive authorized dealer in the United Arab Emirates, Israel, and Cyprus, will sell the four-seat eVTOL to private customers in the UAE.

Jack Daleo

Monday, November 13, 2023 at 02:09 PM ET

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A digital rendering of Lilium’s Pioneer Edition Jet flying over Dubai, United Arab Emirates. [Courtesy: Lilium]

Key Takeaways:

Germany's Lilium has expanded into the Middle East by partnering with Dubai-based ArcosJet, which purchased 10 Pioneer Edition Jets and became the exclusive private sales dealer for the UAE, Israel, and Cyprus.
The $10 million, four-seat Pioneer Edition Jet, with first deliveries expected in 2026, targets Regional Air Mobility (RAM) and will initially be offered through private sales, differentiating Lilium from competitors focused on urban air taxi services.
Lilium holds a unique advantage as the only eVTOL manufacturer with certification bases from both the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and the FAA, supporting its global market entry.

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Germany’s Lilium is the latest electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) manufacturer to put down roots in the Middle East.

On Monday, Lilium announced that Dubai-based ArcosJet agreed to purchase 10 of the firm’s Pioneer Edition Jets. The deal follows Lilium’s appointment of ArcosJet as its exclusive authorized dealer for private sales in the United Arab Emirates, Israel, and Cyprus.