Dubai plans to launch self-flying taxis using Chinese-made drones by July 2017

Briefing

Dubai plans to launch self-flying taxis using Chinese-made drones by July 2017

February 21, 2017

Briefing

  • Robot Air Service – Plans to have self-flying taxis by July 2017, which could contribute to goal of 25% of passenger vehicles driverless by 2030
  • Chinese Aerial Vehicle – Claims Chinese-made EHang 184 model drone can carry passenger weighing up to 100 kilograms and can fly for 30 minutes within 50 kilometers
  • Easy-To-Use Interface – Users simply input their destination on touch screen in front, and drone flies to location

Accelerator

Sector

Transportation and Logistics

Source

Original Publication Date

February 13, 2017

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