Saudi Arabia Orders 100 Flying Taxis

Saudi Arabian airline Saudia has placed a significant order for 100 electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) vehicles from the German air taxi firm Lilium. This move marks a major step towards integrating flying taxis into mainstream transportation, with the deal set to be finalized during an upcoming event at Lilium's headquarters near Munich on July 18. With electric motors powering multiple propellers for lift and thrust, these eVTOLs represent a leap forward in intercity travel technology, supported by growing investor interest and technological advancements in recent years.

The state-owned Saudi airline Saudia has awarded a significant order to the air taxi company Lilium, as reported by Reuters, citing sources.

Ahead of a press conference at the company's headquarters near Munich on July 18, Saudia has agreed to buy 100 electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) vehicles from the German air taxi company reports Reuters.

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