Fri 11 November 2022:
Abu Dhabi: The Abu Dhabi airport authorities have announced that passengers arriving at Abu Dhabi International Airport will soon be able to take flying electric taxis all the way to their homes and hotel, the Abu Dhabi Media Office (ADMO) reported.
On Monday, November 7, Abu Dhabi Airports has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with leading French engineering and operations firm “Groupe ADP”.
Abu Dhabi Airports and French engineering company Groupe ADP have agreed to explore advanced air mobility opportunities #inAbuDhabi, and will assess the implementation of electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft, supporting growth of the emirate’s innovation economy. pic.twitter.com/25dQz6euQP
— مكتب أبوظبي الإعلامي (@admediaoffice) November 7, 2022
Under the terms of the agreement, Abu Dhabi Airports and Groupe ADP will engage in joint planning, design, development, and operation of ground infrastructure for AAM in Abu Dhabi, following engagement with stakeholders, a feasibility study and market assessment to develop the industry roadmap.
“This new system integrates flight technologies with transformational aircraft designs which utilise electric power to hover, take off, and land vertically, enabling sustainability in air transport for both passengers and cargo,” said engineer Jamal Salem Al Dhaheri, managing director and CEO of Abu Dhabi Airports.
“This agreement is a testament to our commitment to lead the way by collaborating with our partners to deliver innovation and technology that drives efficiency, convenience and most importantly, sustainability.”
Exciting news for the clean energy sector from #ADAirEXPO, #ADAirports signed a strategic MoU with @ADP_Ingenierie to explore electric vertical landing & take-off solutions, leading to more sustainable flight operations pic.twitter.com/8jbPsuNNae
— AD_AIRPORTS (@ad_airports) November 2, 2022
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