Qishin Tariq · · 1 min readAirAsia to explore air taxis in Malaysia with UK firm
AirAsia has signed a one-year partnership with UK-based advanced air mobility (AAM) infrastructure developer Skyports to explore the development of air taxis in Malaysia.
Vertical take-off and landing passenger aircraft / Photo credit: Capital A
AirAsia Aviation Group Limited’s dedicated AAM unit has inked an agreement with Skyports to establish a fully operational vertiport network.
Feasibility studies for integrating the network will be carried out, and the two firms will also identify potential sites and operational requirements to implement the project. Initial assessments will prioritize Kuala Lumpur, according to a statement.
While AirAsia brings its aviation expertise to the table, Skyports has extensive experience in creating electric vertical takeoff and landing gear for aircraft. Skyports will also engage local regulatory bodies and other such organizations.
Yun-Yuan Tay, Skyports’ Asia-Pacific head, said the partnership highlights the steady progress of AAM development and interest in Malaysia and the wider APAC region.
Editing by Miguel Cordon and Jaclyn Tiu
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