Uber Air Takes Flight: Dubai First, India Prepares for 2026 Launch

• Uber partners with Joby Aviation to launch Uber Air, an electric air taxi service via the Uber app.
• All-electric eVTOL aircraft will carry up to 4 passengers, taking off and landing vertically from vertiports.
• Dubai is the first city for commercial launch, expected by late 2026, with initial routes connecting major points.
• Long-term expansion targets include New York City, Los Angeles, UK, and Japan after regulatory approvals.
• India is actively preparing with pilot projects and regulatory work, aiming for 2026 launches in cities like Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru.