Dubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan has announced the commencement of construction of the first aerial taxi vertiport in Dubai. The facility is set to be located near Dubai International Airport. “Dubai continues to shape the future of global mobility with its steadfast commitment to innovation, safety, and sustainability,” Sheikh Hamdan said via a post on X. We commenced construction on Dubai’s first aerial taxi vertiport near Dubai International Airport. Spanning 3,100 sqm, the facility will have the capacity to handle 42,000 landings and 170,000 passengers annually. The initial phase will feature stations in Downtown, Dubai Marina,… pic.twitter.com/UVOipwqf3h — Hamdan bin Mohammed (@HamdanMohammed) November 12, 2024 The vertiport will span 3,100 sq mt, equipped to handle 42,000 landings and 170,000 passengers annually. The initial phase of the plan will feature stations located in several key areas including Downtown, Dubai Marina and Palm Jumeirah. Services are expected to launch in 2026. In September, Arabian Business reported that the project aims to provide a modern and efficient means of transportation with a focus on linking the service to hotels and the airport. The air taxis are designed to accommodate a pilot and four passengers while operating at the speed of 320km/h. This means […]