Electric Air Taxis Come To The Uber App

Group 1: Uber and Joby Aviation Partnership - Uber and Joby Aviation are set to launch an all-electric air taxi service in Dubai later this year, marking a significant milestone in their partnership aimed at multi-modal transportation [5] - The air taxi can be booked through the Uber app, allowing users to seamlessly connect and book their journey, including traditional Uber rides [6] - Joby's air taxi is designed for up to four passengers, featuring large windows for panoramic views and is flown by a certified commercial pilot [7] Group 2: Air Taxi Specifications - The aircraft utilizes six tilting propellers for vertical takeoff and can transition into forward flight, achieving speeds of up to 200 mph with a range of 100 miles on a single charge [8] - Joby has completed over 50,000 miles of flight tests and is in the final stages of certification with the Federal Aviation Administration before launching operations in the U.S. [9]