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Dubai Airshow 2025, held under the patronage of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, is set to catapult Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) into the global spotlight. Taking place from November 17 to 21 at Dubai World Central (DWC), the event promises the largest and most diverse AAM showcase ever, uniting industry pioneers, disruptors, and policymakers to redefine the future of travel.
Read more-Dubai Airshow 2025: Expect big players, aviation innovations
The Dubai Airshow site will transform into a launchpad for revolutionary aircraft, infrastructure, and regulatory frameworks shaping AAM, as Dubai prepares to debut electric flying taxi services as early as next year. The 2025 edition will host over 1,500 exhibitors from around the globe, showcase more than 200 aircraft, and offer 12 conference tracks featuring upwards of 350 expert speakers, a WAM report said.
With the UAE rapidly advancing toward key industry milestones, the Airshow’s AAM program matches this momentum. Attendees can expect exciting aircraft reveals, breakthrough technologies, regulatory updates, and a packed agenda of keynotes, panel discussions, and networking opportunities designed to accelerate the commercial viability of AAM.
Spotlight on innovation: The AAM Pavilion
One of the event’s most anticipated highlights is the AAM Pavilion, a hub of innovation showcasing full-scale electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft (eVTOLs) and drones that might soon take flight beyond the exhibition floor. The pavilion is poised to be a focal point of the Airshow, with headline-making announcements and a global gathering of decision-makers driving the next era of mobility.
On the Aviation Mobility Stage, supported by industry leaders such as Archer Aviation, Joby Aviation, and Inventechs, conversations will be steered by the visionaries shaping the future of flight. Archer and Joby will unveil their latest aircraft developments and market strategies, while companies like Autocraft, Eanan, and WeFly will present innovations that are set to push the industry forward.
Industry leaders speak: Ambitions and innovations
Anthony Khoury, General Manager of Joby Aviation UAE, expressed enthusiasm about the Airshow’s focus on AAM: “The Dubai Airshow’s spotlight on Advanced Air Mobility reflects the UAE’s leadership in ushering in a new era of flight. The energy and ambition here align perfectly with the global push to bring quiet, clean, and rapid air travel to communities worldwide. We are proud to showcase the progress we’re making toward turning this vision into reality.”
Waleed Alblooshi, Director of Corporate Communications at K2, highlighted his company’s commitment: “At Dubai Airshow, we proudly present our eVTOL innovation through Autocraft, our UAE subsidiary based in Abu Dhabi. This platform is a vital opportunity to demonstrate how advanced air mobility will transform city connectivity, enhance efficiency, and support the UAE’s sustainability and innovation goals. Visitors can immerse themselves in a first-class lounge-style vertiport experience at our booth, a glimpse into the future of travel.”
Alblooshi added, “Looking ahead, we aim to mass-produce our eVTOLs locally in Abu Dhabi, positioning the UAE as a global aviation manufacturing hub. Building these aircraft at scale will create new industries, transfer knowledge, and inspire the next generation of Emirati talent to lead tomorrow’s skies. Dubai Airshow isn’t just an exhibition; it’s a global stage for the nation’s aviation vision.”
New players and expanding ecosystem
The 2025 Dubai Airshow will also welcome first-time AAM exhibitors, reflecting rapid progress in infrastructure, regulation, and certification in the region and worldwide. Emerging companies such as India’s Sarla Aviation and China’s TransFuture Aviation will make their debut and participate in the AAM conference program, underscoring the growing global interest in this sector.
Opening the program will be Saif Mohammed Al-Suwaidi, Director General of the UAE’s General Civil Aviation Authority, who will present the nation’s roadmap for a connected and sustainable airspace. Key highlights include a CEO address from Adam Goldstein, Founder & CEO of Archer Aviation, titled “State of the Industry: The Archer Vision – Making Air Mobility Real.” Other notable speakers include JoeBen Bevirt, CEO of Joby Aviation, and Omran Malek, Head of the SAVI Cluster at the Abu Dhabi Investment Office, among other leaders driving AAM integration.
Building the foundations: Infrastructure is key
Infrastructure is a critical component of the AAM ecosystem, and companies like Skyports are leading the charge. Skyports will showcase its vertiport infrastructure at the AAM Pavilion, emphasising the role of proper landing hubs in fostering a thriving advanced mobility network.
Damian Kysely, Head of EMEA at Skyports Infrastructure, said, “The UAE has taken a leading stance on AAM, and as the world’s leading vertiport infrastructure developer, Skyports is proud to exhibit at Dubai Airshow. With our first commercial vertiport adjacent to Dubai International Airport under construction, and three more planned across Dubai, this event is the perfect platform to demonstrate our momentum and expertise.”
Kysely added, “Being part of the AAM Pavilion allows us to highlight to international delegates the critical role of vertiport infrastructure within the wider AAM ecosystem, alongside our strong partnerships with aircraft manufacturers. We’re proving why Skyports is the go-to vertiport infrastructure partner globally.”
Dubai’s vision for a new era in aviation
Dubai Airshow 2025 will be more than just an exhibition, it will be a powerful platform for the UAE’s vision to lead the future of aviation. With the imminent launch of electric flying taxis and a robust ecosystem of innovators, investors, and regulators, the event is set to mark a historic moment in aviation history.
From cutting-edge aircraft to pioneering infrastructure and regulatory frameworks, Dubai is positioning itself as a global hub for advanced air mobility, ready to transform how the world flies.
