INNOVATION AND AIR MOBILITY

UAE regulator inspects Joby and Archer before air taxi launch

A GCAA delegation reviewed certification, airworthiness and operations at both firms; passenger flights still need a GCAA air operator certificate.

Aerospace Garage desk

A GCAA delegation reviewed certification, airworthiness and operations at both firms; passenger flights still need a GCAA air operator certificate.

Why it matters: The UAE certification timeline is the key gate for launch.

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Innovation and air mobilityGulf and Middle East15 Oct 2026