Kazakhstan: Alatau plans eVTOL air taxi service from 2028/29

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Published 9 Nov 2026 · last updated 9 Nov 2026 · 24 Jul 2026

Kazakhstan is preparing to introduce electric air taxi (eVTOL) services, with Alatau set to be the first city in Central Asia to host them. The Chinese AutoFlight Prosperity aircraft was unveiled in Astana. Commercial operations between Alatau, Almaty, and tourist destinations are planned for late 2028 or early 2029.

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Key facts

• First eVTOL service planned for Central Asia.
• Aircraft model: Prosperity by AutoFlight (China).
• Range: approx. 200 km, speed: up to 200 km/h.
• Capacity: 1 pilot and 5 passengers.
• Start of commercial operations: late 2028 or early 2029.

All sources (4)

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4. Kazakistan, Orta Asya'da eVTOL Hava Taksilerini Uygulamaya Koyan İlk Ülke OluyorHaberler · 24 Jul 2026 · TR