In an interview, Walker disclosed that work on the initial vertiport at Dubai International Airport is almost complete, having already constructed a three-story helideck prior to its planned January 2026 opening. Subsequent vertiports will be located at Palm Jumeirah, Marina, and Dubai Mall, offering integrated connectivity throughout the city.

Beyond Dubai, Ras Al Khaimah will accommodate two vertiports at Jebel Jais and the Wynn Resort on Al Marjan Island. Construction will get under way in 2026 and go into commercial service by 2027 under deals with the RAK Transport Authority, Joby, and Skyports.

The prices of tickets for the futuristic transportation service are estimated to range from $200 to $300 per traveler, an amount Walker called competitive with taxi fares on similar routes. Notably, the vertiports will accommodate any helicopter, as part of the UAE s wider efforts to transform its public transit network into a more modern system.

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Skyports is also negotiating to roll out the service in other emirates. Deals have been completed with Ajman, while talks are on with Sharjah and Abu Dhabi.

Dubai leading the way, the UAE is setting itself up to become a world leader in sustainable aviation, merging advanced technology with city mobility to revolutionize passenger travel over the next few years.