Dubai has taken another major leap toward next-generation transportation with the unveiling of a private terminal that supports helicopters, flying taxis and eVTOL aircraft.
The announcement was made at the recently concluded Dubai Airshow 2025, drawing significant global attention.
Developed by UAE-based Falcon Executive Aviation, the cutting-edge terminal spans a 6,380 sqm plot. Designed as an ultra-private facility, it offers direct access to both a helipad and a vertiport, enabling seamless helicopter and eVTOL arrivals, departures and rapid inter-emirate transfers.
According to the company, which operates under Alex Group Investment, the terminal aims to redefine luxury and high-speed mobility. Travellers flying in by private jet will be able to land, clear customs in total privacy and transition instantly to helicopters or next-generation eVTOL services.
Falcon Executive Aviation said the new structure was specifically engineered to deliver fast, smooth and uninterrupted travel. It will allow passengers to move from jet to airborne taxi within minutes, supporting point-to-point mobility across Dubai and beyond.
The facility also brings an elevated level of comfort and exclusivity. Luxury amenities include premium retail outlets, private banking services, commercial spaces and VIP lounges designed to complement the region’s evolving vertical mobility ecosystem.
“This is the first time private jet operations, helicopter services and eVTOL mobility will operate under one fully private gateway,” said Sultan Rashit Abdulla Rashit Al Shene, founder and chairman of Alex Group Investment. He noted that the project is more than an infrastructure addition — it is “a foundation for the region’s future air mobility network.”
Al Shene added that the new helipad will be the largest in the UAE, positioning the project as a cornerstone of next-generation aviation. “This marks the beginning of a new chapter for aviation in Dubai,” he said.
The development aligns with the UAE’s regulatory progress in enabling advanced air mobility. In July, the General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) approved a framework allowing eVTOL aircraft and conventional helicopters to operate interchangeably on the same infrastructure.
This dual-use approval means that existing helipads across the country can accommodate eVTOLs, including the flying taxis expected to be deployed as early as next year. Authorities say the move will speed up implementation timelines and reduce the need for new infrastructure.
GCAA director-general Saif Mohammed Al Suwaidi highlighted the importance of this regulatory shift. “Enabling dual-use between conventional helicopter pads and electric vertical takeoff and landing pads will accelerate implementation timelines and optimise infrastructure utilisation,” he said.
He added that the decision strengthens the UAE’s position as a global leader in developing an integrated ecosystem for the future of aviation. It also supports the country’s vision of becoming one of the first nations to deploy flying taxis at scale.
Visitors at Dubai Airshow 2025 were given a preview of the flying taxi expected to enter service in the first quarter of next year. The aircraft drew crowds as companies demonstrated how new mobility systems will transform urban and intercity travel.
The unveiling of the private terminal signals Dubai’s ambition to stay ahead of the global mobility curve. By merging private jet operations with eVTOL and helicopter services, the city is building a model for fast, premium and sustainable travel.
As air mobility advances worldwide, Dubai’s integrated facility may become a blueprint for future multimodal aviation hubs. Its combination of luxury, speed and regulatory support underscores the emirate’s commitment to shaping the future of transportation.