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 entered the Middle East market, appointing Dubai-based ArcosJet as its exclusive dealer for private sales in the UAE, Israel, and Cyprus.
ArcosJet has agreed to purchase 10 of Lilium's $10 million Pioneer Edition Jets, with deliveries slated for 2026 and 2027.
The four-seat Pioneer Edition eVTOL is designed for Regional Air Mobility (RAM), targeting private sales and contrasting with competitors like Archer and Joby who focus on Urban Air Mobility (UAM) air taxi services in the region.
Lilium is showcasing a full-scale mock-up of the Jet's interior at the Dubai Airshow, marking its debut display in the Middle East.

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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.