{"id":85885,"date":"2025-10-14T13:09:00","date_gmt":"2025-10-14T09:09:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dubicars.com\/news?p=85885"},"modified":"2025-10-21T12:53:22","modified_gmt":"2025-10-21T08:53:22","slug":"aridge-flying-car-dubai-test-600-orders","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dubicars.com\/news\/aridge-flying-car-dubai-test-600-orders.html","title":{"rendered":"Xpeng AeroHT Renamed Aridge \u2014 Conducts First Test Of Manned Flying Car In Dubai"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Chinese flying car manufacturer Aridge, formerly known as Xpeng Aeroht, has completed its first manned flight in Dubai, marking a major milestone in its global expansion. The company also confirmed 600 new aircraft orders from leading business groups in the GCC, making it the largest overseas order for flying cars to date.<\/p>\n\n\n    <div class=\"ai-quick-summary\" dir=\"ltr\">\n        \n        <h3>\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/d3jvxfsgjxj1vz.cloudfront.net\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/06143839\/sparkler.png\" alt=\"Sparkler Icon\" style=\"width: 30px; height: 30px; vertical-align: middle; margin-top: 10px;\">\n             AI Quick Summary        <\/h3>\n        <p style=\"text-align: justify; direction: ltr;\">Chinese flying car manufacturer Aridge, formerly Xpeng Aeroht, completed its first manned flight in Dubai and secured 600 aircraft orders from leading business groups in the GCC, marking its largest overseas order to date. The company showcased its modular &quot;Land Aircraft Carrier&quot; concept and plans to enter the Middle East market by 2027, with production already underway in China. Aridge aims to make flying cars accessible for everyday use, with mass production slated for 2026.<\/p>\n        <small>This summary was generated by AI using this article\u2019s content.<\/small>\n\n                    <h4 style=\"font-weight: 600; margin-top:10px;\">Read Next<\/h4>\n          <ul class=\"aqs-related-posts\">\n            <li class=\"aqs-related-item\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dubicars.com\/news\/flying-taxis-to-be-operational-in-dubai-within-three-years-ruler-of-dubai-announces-details-through-tweet.html\" class=\"aqs-related-link\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"84\" height=\"84\" src=\"https:\/\/d3jvxfsgjxj1vz.cloudfront.net\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/13174055\/joby-aviation-150x150.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"Flying Taxi\" srcset=\"https:\/\/d3jvxfsgjxj1vz.cloudfront.net\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/13174055\/joby-aviation-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/d3jvxfsgjxj1vz.cloudfront.net\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/13174055\/joby-aviation-70x70.jpeg 70w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 84px) 100vw, 84px\" \/>                <div class=\"aqs-related-title\">\n                    Flying Taxis To Be Operational In Dubai Within Three Years: Ruler Of...                <\/div>\n            <\/a>\n        <\/li>\n            <li class=\"aqs-related-item\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dubicars.com\/news\/flying-taxi-service-dubai-2026-rta-complete-details.html\" class=\"aqs-related-link\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"84\" src=\"https:\/\/d3jvxfsgjxj1vz.cloudfront.net\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/14200300\/flying-taxi-dubai-1-150x84.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/d3jvxfsgjxj1vz.cloudfront.net\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/14200300\/flying-taxi-dubai-1-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/d3jvxfsgjxj1vz.cloudfront.net\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/14200300\/flying-taxi-dubai-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/d3jvxfsgjxj1vz.cloudfront.net\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/14200300\/flying-taxi-dubai-1-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/d3jvxfsgjxj1vz.cloudfront.net\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/14200300\/flying-taxi-dubai-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/d3jvxfsgjxj1vz.cloudfront.net\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/14200300\/flying-taxi-dubai-1-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/d3jvxfsgjxj1vz.cloudfront.net\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/14200300\/flying-taxi-dubai-1.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/>                <div class=\"aqs-related-title\">\n                    Flying Taxi Service In Dubai From 2026: Jetsons Are Here!                <\/div>\n            <\/a>\n        <\/li>\n            <li class=\"aqs-related-item\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dubicars.com\/news\/uae-first-vertiport-flying-taxi-service-in-abu-dhabi.html\" class=\"aqs-related-link\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"84\" src=\"https:\/\/d3jvxfsgjxj1vz.cloudfront.net\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/29183313\/uae-s-first-vertiport-flying-taxi-service-abu-dhabi-2-150x84.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/d3jvxfsgjxj1vz.cloudfront.net\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/29183313\/uae-s-first-vertiport-flying-taxi-service-abu-dhabi-2-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/d3jvxfsgjxj1vz.cloudfront.net\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/29183313\/uae-s-first-vertiport-flying-taxi-service-abu-dhabi-2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/d3jvxfsgjxj1vz.cloudfront.net\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/29183313\/uae-s-first-vertiport-flying-taxi-service-abu-dhabi-2-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/d3jvxfsgjxj1vz.cloudfront.net\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/29183313\/uae-s-first-vertiport-flying-taxi-service-abu-dhabi-2-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/d3jvxfsgjxj1vz.cloudfront.net\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/29183313\/uae-s-first-vertiport-flying-taxi-service-abu-dhabi-2-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/d3jvxfsgjxj1vz.cloudfront.net\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/29183313\/uae-s-first-vertiport-flying-taxi-service-abu-dhabi-2.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/>                <div class=\"aqs-related-title\">\n                    UAE\u2019s First Vertiport For Flying Taxi Service In Abu Dhabi                <\/div>\n            <\/a>\n        <\/li>\n    <\/ul>\n\n\n            <\/div>\n    \n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-rebranding-and-expansion-plans\"><strong>Rebranding and Expansion Plans<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The rebranding from Xpeng Aeroht to Aridge was officially announced during an event held in Dubai on 12 October. The new name, combining \u201cAir\u201d and \u201cBridge,\u201d represents the brand\u2019s ambition to connect the world through low-altitude flight. Alongside a new logo inspired by the Chinese character for \u201cfly,\u201d Aridge revealed its plans to enter the Middle East market by 2027, with production already underway in China.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to Michael Chao Du, CFO and Vice President of Aridge, the 600-aircraft order came from Ali &amp; Sons Group (UAE), Almana Group (Qatar), AlSayer Group (Kuwait), and the Chinese Business Council in the UAE. \u201cThe Middle East is both a strategic market and a valued partner,\u201d said Du. \u201cWith its innovation-driven vision, it is the ideal launchpad for our global journey.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The company also confirmed that it is working closely with regional aviation bodies, including the GCCA and DCAA, to ensure compliance and certification for safe operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-land-aircraft-carrier-a-car-that-can-fly\"><strong>Land Aircraft Carrier: A Car That Can Fly<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Aridge\u2019s highlight innovation, the Land Aircraft Carrier, is a modular flying car concept combining a road vehicle and a detachable electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. Essentially, it\u2019s an electric car with a flying module that fits into the boot, enabling users to drive or fly depending on their needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The aircraft features automatic and manual piloting modes, designed to make personal air travel simple and accessible. In China, the model is priced under RMB 2 million (approximately AED 1.03 million), though international pricing is yet to be announced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The air module comes equipped with a smart display interface instead of complex controls, offering one-touch take-off and landing in automatic mode. For manual operation, Aridge uses a single-stick control system, allowing one-handed piloting \u2014 a first for a flying vehicle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-production-and-future-models\"><strong>Production and Future Models<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Aridge\u2019s newly built Guangzhou factory, described as the world\u2019s first intelligent flying car plant, can produce 10,000 units a year. Full-scale production is expected to begin in 2026, with deliveries following soon after. The factory employs automated production lines, ensuring a new vehicle can roll out every 30 minutes once fully operational.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/d3jvxfsgjxj1vz.cloudfront.net\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/15011015\/aridge-flying-car-dubai-2-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"aridge flying car\" class=\"wp-image-85888\" srcset=\"https:\/\/d3jvxfsgjxj1vz.cloudfront.net\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/15011015\/aridge-flying-car-dubai-2-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/d3jvxfsgjxj1vz.cloudfront.net\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/15011015\/aridge-flying-car-dubai-2-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/d3jvxfsgjxj1vz.cloudfront.net\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/15011015\/aridge-flying-car-dubai-2-150x84.webp 150w, https:\/\/d3jvxfsgjxj1vz.cloudfront.net\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/15011015\/aridge-flying-car-dubai-2-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/d3jvxfsgjxj1vz.cloudfront.net\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/15011015\/aridge-flying-car-dubai-2.webp 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The company\u2019s R&amp;D team of 1,200 engineers has developed seven generations of flying cars, backed by over $600 million in investment and 965 patents worldwide. Beyond the Land Aircraft Carrier, Aridge is also working on the A868, a high-speed, long-range flying car featuring a hybrid electric powertrain, tiltrotor technology, and seating for six passengers. The A868 boasts a range of over 500 km and a top speed above 360 km\/h, targeting both personal and business aviation users.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-middle-east-leads-the-charge-in-evtol-adoption\"><strong>Middle East Leads the Charge in eVTOL Adoption<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The UAE and other GCC nations continue to take a leading role in the adoption of flying mobility technologies. With companies like Archer and Joby Aviation expected to launch air taxi services in Abu Dhabi and Dubai by 2026, the region is fast becoming a hub for low-altitude aviation innovation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Du emphasised that Aridge aims to make flying cars accessible to more people over time. \u201cAs technology evolves and supply chains mature, costs will fall,\u201d he said. \u201cOur mission is to make flying part of everyday life, not a privilege for a few.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Find <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dubicars.com\/uae\/used\">the best used cars for sale in the UAE<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Stay tuned to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dubicars.com\/news\/\">UAE\u2019s most popular auto blog<\/a> for more information about the latest happenings in all of the Emirates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-faqs\"><strong>FAQs<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1760476365087\"><h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What is Aridge, and how is it related to Xpeng?<\/h3><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Aridge is the new name for Xpeng Aeroht, the flying car division of Xpeng. It rebranded to operate independently and focus on developing next-generation electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) vehicles.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1760476376561\"><h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>When will Aridge flying cars be available in the Middle East?<\/h3><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Aridge plans to begin consumer sales in the Middle East by 2027, following mass production at its Guangzhou factory, which is scheduled to start in 2026.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1760476389625\"><h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>How much will the Aridge flying car cost?<\/h3><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">In China, the Aridge Land Aircraft Carrier costs under RMB 2 million (around AED 1.03 million). International prices have not yet been confirmed.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1760476407180\"><h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>How does the Aridge Land Aircraft Carrier work?<\/h3><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">It\u2019s a modular flying car combining a road vehicle with a detachable eVTOL aircraft. The air module fits into the car\u2019s rear, allowing users to drive or fly as needed.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1760476415608\"><h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Which GCC countries have ordered Aridge flying cars?<\/h3><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Companies from the UAE, Qatar, and Kuwait have placed orders, including Ali &amp; Sons Group, Almana Group, and AlSayer Group, marking the largest overseas order for Aridge so far.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Chinese flying car manufacturer Aridge, formerly known as Xpeng Aeroht, has completed its first manned flight in Dubai, marking a major milestone in its global expansion. 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International prices have not yet been confirmed.","inLanguage":"en-US"},"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/www.dubicars.com\/news\/aridge-flying-car-dubai-test-600-orders.html#faq-question-1760476407180","position":4,"url":"https:\/\/www.dubicars.com\/news\/aridge-flying-car-dubai-test-600-orders.html#faq-question-1760476407180","name":"How does the Aridge Land Aircraft Carrier work?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"It\u2019s a modular flying car combining a road vehicle with a detachable eVTOL aircraft. 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