Middle East: “Lilium eVTOL Showcased by Saudia Group at Global Logistics Forum, Riyadh”
The Lilium eVTOL Jet was unveiled at the Global Logistics Forum in Riyadh at the weekend (October 12th-14th) by the Saudi Arabian Airline, Saudia Group (SG), reports aam-me-ae. Saudia signed a binding sale agreement in July for 50 Lilium Jets.
The display “underscores the company’s commitment to integrating advanced technology and sustainable travel solutions,” explains the article, “and aimed at enhancing the experience for both residents and visitors throughout Saudi Arabia.”
eVTOL aircraft are set to transform regional connectivity around the Middle East region by providing efficient first and last-leg links into Saudia Airline’s regional hubs. Moreover, they will introduce new point-to-point routes, such as Jeddah to Makkah, which could reduce travel times by as much as 90 percent.
The first Lilium Jets are expected to be delivered during 2026, with operations managed and run by Saudia Private, a subsidiary of SG.

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They will play a pivotal role in Saudi Arabia’s tourism and pilgrimage sectors, facilitating faster access for Hajj and Umrah pilgrims, while improving transport to major sports and entertainment events in Riyadh.
Additionally, SG sees the aircraft unlocking new opportunities for travel to remote and emerging tourist destinations, thereby boosting the Kingdom’s appeal as a global tourism area.
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The article continues, “Saudi Arabia has recognised the substantial growth potential of eVTOL technology and is taking decisive steps to integrate this new mode of transport into its existing airspace and traffic infrastructure by 2026, as outlined in its Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) Roadmap.”
Lilium has been collaborating closely with the Saudi Arabian General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) over recent years, contributing to the development of a regulatory framework essential for the safe operation of eVTOL aircraft in the Kingdom. This was formalised by a partnership agreement in July.
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News Source: https://aam-me.ae/
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