Dubai, April 16 -- Dubai has completed construction of the world's first air taxi station, marking a key step towards the introduction of electric aerial transport in the emirate.

The facility, located near Dubai International Airport, is designed to support electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft and will serve as the starting point for passenger operations once regulatory approvals are in place, the Dubai Media Office (DMO) reported.

Exterior of Dubai's world's first air taxi station. Photo: DMO/X

Advanced facility

The station comprises a four-storey building spanning 3,100 square metres, alongside a two-level car park and two dedicated take-off and landing pads for air taxis. It is equipped with charging infrastruct...