New fleet to boost access to holy sites during Hajj and Umrah in the kingdom
The state-of-the-art planes, capable of vertical takeoff and landing on flat surfaces, are designed to offer efficient and sustainable transport without the need for traditional airports or helipads.
Dubai: Saudi Arabian Airlines Group (SAG) has plans to enhance the transportation of pilgrims during Hajj and Umrah seasons by signing a deal on Thursday to purchase 100 electric aircraft from the German Lilium Air Mobility.
The state-of-the-art planes, capable of vertical takeoff and landing on flat surfaces, are designed to offer efficient and sustainable transport without the need for traditional airports or helipads.
Source: Gulfnews
