“Civil Aviation” issues the approval of the design of the first hybrid helicopter landing in the world

In an important step for the global aviation industry, the General Authority of Civil Aviation in the UAE issued approval of the design for the first hybrid vertical aircraft in the country at the marine flight station in the port of Zayed in Abu Dhabi, as part of the “Air Force Taxi” project in Abu Dhabi.

The Hybrid vertical landing was developed in strategic cooperation with the Abu Dhabi Ports Group, the Falcon Aviation Services Company, and the Artcher Aviation Company, which represents a step -by -transformation step towards integrated and sustainable air transport across the emirate.

This Hijini vertical landing is the first in the UAE designed to accommodate both traditional helicopters and aircraft with takeoff and electric vertical landing (EVTOL), such as the “Artcher Midnit” plane, which provides a multi -use model and suitable for the future in the field of urban mobility. It was planned as part of the broader infrastructure network of Archer in the UAE, with the start of commercial operations for aircraft taxi with Abu Dhabi Air.

This first site was chosen because of its location at the marine flight station in the port of Zayed in Abu Dhabi, which is a leading center for the regional cruise industry, as it receives more than 650,000 visitors annually.

It is also a gateway to the most famous and entertainment destinations in the capital, which provides easy access to the Louvre Abu Dhabi and the Culture District in Saadiyat. Falcon Airlines runs tourist helicopters from this site, giving visitors a unique opportunity to explore the city from the sky and visit the famous Abu Dhabi landmarks.

The General Civil Aviation Authority has become the first civil aviation authority in the world, developing organizational criteria for hybrid infrastructure – a pioneering framework designed to support safe, integrated and effective operation for both helicopters and EVTOL from one platform. After conducting extensive consultations with partners from the aviation sector, these proposed standards have become in the final stage, and are expected to be published in July 2025, which represents a big step towards integrating advanced air mobility smoothly into the current environmental systems.

Obligation to innovation and global leadership
The Director General of the General Authority of Civil Aviation, Saif Muhammad Al -Suwaidi said: “This achievement is not only related to the infrastructure, but also reflects the UAE’s firm commitment to innovation and global leadership in the field of advanced air transport. Through our close cooperation with Artcher, the Abu Dhabi Ports Group, and the Falcon Airlines services, we enable a future in which sustainable and higher technical air transport is an essential part of our urban scene. Approval represents the beginning of a new era of civil aviation, based on an ambitious vision. “

Aqeel Al -Zarouni, Assistant Director General of the General Authority for Civil Aviation – Aviation Safety Sector said: “By developing the first organizational criteria for hybrid infrastructure in the world, the General Authority of Civil Aviation puts the UAE at the forefront of global innovation in the aviation industry. Evtol from the next generation in a unified operating environment. “

For his part, Adam Goldstein, CEO and founding partner of Archer, said: “Benefiting from the current assets of airline is the cornerstone of our strategy at all. It allows us to move quickly and safely, while preparing the vital infrastructure before we launched the plan to serve the commercial aircraft taxi. This achievement was only possible through strong partnerships with the General Authority Abu Dhabi, Falcon Airlines. “

“This landing is a gateway to visitors to explore Abu Dhabi from the sky, and to turn it into a hybrid aroma that represents a new and exciting chapter. We are proud to support the UAE vision by providing a ready infrastructure for the future, not only enhances our tourist offers, but also supports the shift towards sustainable and advanced air mobility solutions,” said Captain Romandeb Oberoi, CEO of Falcon Aviation Services.

Noura Rashid Al Dhaheri, CEO of Marine Business at Abu Dhabi Ports Group, said: “The launch of the hybrid landing at the marine flight station in the port of Zayed represents an important step in our career. Take advantage of this advanced technology to advance growth and reduce our impact on the environment is a testimony on our commitment to innovation and sustainability. The fastest and more sustainable for our customers, and enhance Abu Dhabi’s position as a leading city in providing cruises and providing innovative and exceptional experiences. “

The Hijini vertical landing will be a major starting point for aircraft taxi service in Abu Dhabi, which is planned to be launched by 2026, to link the main sites across the city to calm and effective air mobility.

The “Abu Dhabi Air Force Taxi” project, supported by a strong partnership between the public and private sectors, places the emirate at the forefront of the global advanced air mobility sector, and defines a standard for cities around the world that seeks to integrate Evtol aircraft into their transportation networks.