Archer to Install Electric Air Taxi Hubs in Dubai, Abu Dhabi

Vertiports will connect the two cities with estimated 30-minute flights, a fraction of the two hours it can take to drive between them during peak traffic.

Jack Daleo

Tuesday, March 12, 2024 at 02:54 PM ET

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Key Takeaways:

Archer Aviation is accelerating its plans to launch its Midnight eVTOL air taxi service in the UAE as early as next year, aiming for it to be its first international market.
The company expanded its partnership with Falcon Aviation to develop a vertiport network in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, with Falcon operating the Midnight aircraft.
Archer intends to establish a 30-minute eVTOL air taxi route between Dubai and Abu Dhabi, significantly reducing the two-hour drive and offering a quieter, safer, and more affordable alternative to helicopters.
Despite a competitor's exclusive agreement in Dubai, Archer's CEO remains confident in their ability to operate there, with strong backing from the Abu Dhabi Investment Office for infrastructure and manufacturing.

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Archer Aviation, manufacturer of the Midnight electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) air taxi, is stepping up its plans for service in the United Arab Emirates as soon as next year.

The company on Monday expanded its partnership with Emirati aviation services provider Falcon Aviation to build a vertiport network for eVTOL air taxi operations in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, the two largest cities in the UAE. San Jose, California-based Archer expects the UAE to be its first international launch market.