FlyNow Aviation is preparing to transform urban mobility at the Riyadh Expo 2030 with its innovative fleet of automatic electric helicopters, known as eCopters. Scheduled to operate from October 1, 2030, to March 31, 2031, thousands of these battery-powered eVTOLs (electric vertical take-off and landing vehicles) will transport visitors between destinations using fixed routes. The eCopters, capable of carrying one or two passengers as well as light cargo, feature groundbreaking technology such as coaxial rotors and sensors that ensure safe, precise flights. FlyNow Aviation draws inspiration from NASA’s Mars Helicopter ‘Ingenuity’ for rotor efficiency and incorporates robust safety features that allow the autonomous aircraft to detect and avoid obstacles in midair.
As part of the project, FlyNow Aviation plans to establish a regional office and production line in Saudi Arabia within the coming months. This facility will support local eCopter assembly, catering to Expo 2030 and expanding into global markets afterward. The initiative follows the company’s successful recent partnership with Bayanat, a UAE-based AI-powered geospatial intelligence firm, to enable urban air mobility. The eCopters will initially focus on transporting cargo to simplify regulatory processes, eventually transitioning to passenger transport. This marks a significant milestone in sustainable aviation, aligning closely with Saudi Arabia’s goals of advancing green innovation and futuristic technologies.
Beyond Expo 2030, the potential applications of FlyNow’s eVTOLs are ambitious. Following their success at the Riyadh event, the company envisions extending operational zones to support offshore logistics and transport people to remote, underserved locations. These electrically powered, fully autonomous vehicles promise minimal environmental impact while ensuring safety and efficiency. With this initiative, FlyNow Aviation and Saudi Arabia are setting the stage for a dynamic shift in how we envision and implement urban air mobility in the near future.
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