In a statement released on July 2, 2024, the pair said that Archer had received $55 million from in response to Midnight completing its first transition flight, successfully moving from vertical takeoff to wing-borne flight.聽 聽

In 2023, Stellantis invested $110 million in Archer and in March 2024 went further with the purchase of 8.3 million shares, valued at $39 million, of Archer stock. 

鈥淭he commitment by Stellantis to Archer has been unrivaled, from its foresight to provide the manufacturing expertise and capital needed to accelerate Archer精东影业 business objectives, to the strategic vision and steadfast support from Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares,鈥� Archer CEO, Adam Goldstein, said. 鈥淭ogether, we鈥檙e working to redefine urban transportation, opening new worlds of opportunity for citizens across the globe by providing more efficient access to people, places, and events across the regions they live in.鈥� 

After Midnight completed its first transition flight at Archer精东影业 flight test facility in Salinas, California, on June 8, 2024, the company continues to focus on testing and constructing the infrastructure necessary to build its eVTOL aircraft on a mass scale.  

Archer精东影业 high-volume manufacturing facility in Georgia will open later this year with the base projected to support production of up to 650 aircraft annually.  

鈥淔ew things rival the excitement of seeing a dream take flight. I applaud the innovation, expertise and hard work of the engineering and manufacturing teams from Stellantis and Archer,鈥� Carlos Tavares, Stellantis CEO, said. 鈥淲ith this additional investment in Archer, we remain on course for a future where freedom of mobility extends beyond today精东影业 roads.鈥�   

Stellantis has been a strategic partner to Archer since 2020 through various collaboration initiatives and has been an investor since 2021.   

Archer draws on Stellantis鈥� expertise in manufacturing, supply chains, and design expertise to support the development and commercialization of Midnight.  

Archer精东影业 Midnight is a piloted, four-passenger aircraft designed to perform rapid back-to-back flights with minimal charge time between flights.聽

Archer精东影业 Midnight eVTOL aircraft completes first-ever transition flight: video

• Aircraft
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byIan Molyneaux

2024-06-12

The agreement announced on June 17, 2024, gives Archer access to takeoff and landing sites in major metropolitan areas across the US and globally, including New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco Bay Area, and Texas.聽聽聽

The MOU identifies day-one opportunities for launching Archer精东影业 air taxi service in key United Airlines hubs at Newark International (EWR) and Chicago O鈥橦are (ORD) airports, as early as the end of 2025. 

Archer and United Airlines are working closely to launch the first commercial electric air taxi route in Chicago. 

鈥淲e are thrilled to join forces with Signature Aviation to advance the infrastructure needed to support the future of urban air mobility. By focusing on electrifying key aviation assets in major cities such as New York and Chicago, we are taking essential steps toward making sustainable and efficient air travel a reality,鈥� said Bryan Bernhard, Archer精东影业 Chief Growth & Infrastructure Officer.  

Bernhard added: 鈥淭his partnership will help us establish a robust network of landing sites across the country to enable the scaling of our air taxi service, ensuring our Midnight aircraft can seamlessly integrate into urban environments and provide a reliable transportation solution for our passengers.鈥� 

Archer and Signature plan to leverage their existing partnerships with BETA Technologies to install the company精东影业 interoperable rapid recharging systems across the network of private aviation terminals.   

These systems utilize the Combined Charging System, which can charge electric aircraft, cars, airplane tugs, buses, and other forms of transportation commonly used at airports.聽

鈥淲e鈥檙e committed to shaping the future of aviation through sustainability and thrilled to work alongside Archer as we expand our infrastructure to support the electrification of the industry,鈥� Derek DeCross, Chief Commercial Officer at Signature Aviation, said. 鈥淭his collaboration unlocks new possibilities in the design and introduction of innovative sustainable aviation solutions while also bringing our guests greater access to the future of urban air mobility via Archer精东影业 Midnight aircraft.鈥澛�

Archer Aviation精东影业 eVTOL aircraft Midnight recently completed its first-ever transition flight, successfully moving from vertical takeoff to wing-borne flight.聽聽聽

The news came only a few days after the developer’s subsidiary, Archer Air, received its Part 135 Air Carrier and Operator Certificate from the (FAA) in the US.聽聽聽

Archer becomes only the second eVTOL developer in the world, after Joby Aviation, to secure the Part 135 certificate from the FAA.   

Archer精东影业 Midnight eVTOL aircraft completes first-ever transition flight: video

• Aircraft
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byIan Molyneaux

2024-06-12

The flight was conducted at Archer精东影业 flight test facility in Salinas, California, on June 8, 2024, where Midnight reached speeds of over 100 mph before landing safely.  

Although the flight represents Midnight精东影业 first airborne transition, Archer initially achieved the feat using its smaller full-scale eVTOL aircraft, Maker, in November 2022.聽

鈥淭ransitioning two generations of full-scale eVTOL aircraft in less than 2 years is another remarkable achievement for Archer精东影业 team. This shows we continue to successfully execute against our plan to create the most efficient path to market with an aircraft that is designed for certification and to be manufactured efficiently at scale,鈥� said Adam Goldstein, Archer精东影业 Founder and CEO. 

In a statement on June 12, 2024, Archer said that Midnight is thought to be among one of the largest eVTOLs to complete transition, which it said is 鈥渃ritical to being able to carry commercially viable passenger payloads鈥�.聽

Only seven months ago Archer announced that Midnight had successfully completed its first flight. 

Archer has already established important relationships with United Airlines and the United States Air Force (USAF) which have both agreed to purchase Midnight aircraft.  

鈥淪uccessfully completing the transition from hover to wing-borne flight with a full-scale eVTOL aircraft is a tremendous engineering feat that only a handful of companies in the world have achieved,鈥� Dr. Geoff Bower, Archer精东影业 Chief Engineer, said. 鈥淥ver the seven eVTOL aircraft I鈥檝e built and flown in my career, they have gotten progressively larger as we pursued payloads that made the aircraft platform commercially viable. 鈥� 

A transition flight occurs when the aircraft takes off vertically like a helicopter, accelerates forward, transitions from thrust-borne to wing-borne flight like an airplane with tilt propellers forward before decelerating and landing vertically.聽

Archer becomes only second eVTOL developer to secure key FAA certification

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byIan Molyneaux

2024-06-06

The certificate allows Archer Aviation to begin operating aircraft commercially to refine its systems and procedures in advance of launching its eVTOL Midnight, once it receives Type Certification, into service for airlines like United Airlines.聽

The Part 135 certificate signals that Archer Air demonstrated to the its adherence to the necessary policies and procedures to begin operating aircraft commercially.聽

Archer becomes only the second eVTOL developer in the world, after Joby Aviation, to secure the Part 135 certificate from the FAA. 

Archer previously announced it had received its Part 145 from the FAA, which allows it to perform specialized aircraft repair services. 

Now with both certificates received, once Midnight receives its Type Certification, Archer will be able to commence air taxi operations. 

“We are honored to receive the Part 135 Air Carrier & Operator Certificate from the FAA, which is another important stepping stone on the way to commencing commercial air taxi operations with our Midnight aircraft,” Adam Goldstein, Founder and CEO of Archer, said. “This milestone reflects our team’s unwavering dedication to safety and operational excellence as we stand up one of the world精东影业 first electric air taxi services for communities across the US with a safe, sustainable and low noise transportation solution.鈥� 

The completion of the Part 135 certification process involved five rigorous stages, which entailed the submission of extensive documentation of operational manuals and procedures. 

Archer精东影业 pilots also needed to demonstrate proficiency with those manuals and procedures under FAA observation. 

“The pace of progress and innovation that Archer has achieved over the last few years is nothing short of impressive and today marks another key milestone in their journey to bring safe, sustainable, and low noise air taxi services to market,” said Mike Leskinen, United Airline精东影业 Chief Financial Officer, said. “United Airlines extends our congratulations to Archer精东影业 team on receiving their Part 135 Air Carrier & Operator Certificate. Together, we look forward to shaping the future of air transportation and delivering unparalleled flying experiences to United passengers.”聽

Archer Aviation given FAA精东影业 airworthiness criteria for Midnight eVTOL aircraft

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byIan Molyneaux

2024-05-24

Under the partnership Archer Aviation and KakaoMobility, a mobility as a service (MaaS) platform service company, have agreed a joint participation in the K-UAM Grand Challenge.聽聽

K-UAM Grand Challenge is aimed at building public support for eVTOLs through public demonstrations of the aircraft in flight from late 2024.  

KakaoMobility, along with its consortium partners LG UPlus and GS E&C, have chosen Archer as their partner to ensure they reach their goal of conducting public demonstration flights with eVTOLs. 

The Korean government has set the goal of commercializing urban air mobility in the country by the mid-2020s, and in support of that objective the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport (MOLIT) is hosting the K-UAM Grand Challenge. 

KakaoMobility精东影业 planned purchase of Archer精东影业 eVTOL Midnight, is valued up to $250 million with pre-delivery payments also expected in 2025.The company plans to own and operate Archer精东影业 Midnight aircraft in South Korea, offering electric air taxi flights to its over 30 million registered users on its Kakao T mobile app starting as early as 2026.   

KakaoMobility and Archer anticipate starting the service in Seoul, one of the most congested cities in the world, where the average commuter spends nearly 90 minutes per day stuck in traffic.聽

‘Commitment to transforming the daily commute’

鈥淥ur partnership with Archer is a leap forward for urban mobility,鈥� Christopher SungWook Chang, Senior Vice President of KakaoMobility, said. 鈥淲e can鈥檛 wait to debut Archer精东影业 Midnight Aircraft at the K-UAM Grand Challenge in 2024 as a commitment to transforming the daily commute for millions of Kakao T users.鈥� 

He added: 鈥淭he vision is clear 鈥� reduce the hours lost in traffic and elevate everyday travel with an electric air taxi service that features Archer精东影业 Midnight aircraft.鈥� 

will pay Archer $7 million in 2024 as the first installment to help fund early commercialization efforts in Korea, with a second installment in Quarter 1 of 2025.聽聽聽

Under the partnership Archer will also engage with regulators to develop certification and operational standards. 

鈥淎rcher is expanding its international launch strategy to South Korea through this landmark partnership between Archer Aviation and KakaoMobility,鈥� Archer精东影业 Chief Commercial Officer Nikhil Goel, said. 鈥淭ogether, we are committed to revolutionizing transportation with Archer精东影业 eVTOL aircraft, ushering in a future of cleaner, faster, and more efficient travel between and within Korean cities.鈥澛�

Joby Aviation inks Saudi partnership, showcases its eVTOL aircraft in Riyadh: video聽

• Aviation Technology and Innovation

byMiquel Ros

2024-05-31

The airworthiness criteria, on May 24, 2024, set out the direction in which Archer must now travel to achieve Type Certification and eventually transport paying passengers.聽

鈥淭he FAA announces the special class airworthiness criteria for the Archer Aviation, Inc. This document sets forth the airworthiness criteria the FAA finds to be appropriate and applicable for the powered-lift design,鈥� the FAA airworthiness criteria read.  

Archer has become only the second eVTOL aircraft developer to receive final airworthiness criteria. Joby Aviation were provided with similar documentation in March 2024.  

The finalization of Archer精东影业 airworthiness criteria unlocks the ability for Archer to work with the FAA to obtain the remaining final approvals on its certification and test plans.聽

This is a critical step as Archer continues to ramp up its 鈥榝or credit鈥� testing with the FAA and prepares to begin its piloted flight testing later this year. 

鈥淢idnight is one giant step closer to taking passengers into the sky in the coming years in the U.S. The final airworthiness criteria for Midnight are an important step on our journey to make electric flying taxis an everyday reality,鈥� Billy Nolen, Archer Chief Regulatory Affairs Officer and former Administrator of the FAA, said. 鈥淭hank you to the team at the FAA for their continued hard work in support of making the electrification of aviation a reality.鈥� 

Archer has made significant progress on the construction of its first three piloted conforming Midnight aircraft.  

The first aircraft in this initial fleet will begin piloted flight testing later this year, and subsequently be used in 鈥榝or credit鈥� flight testing with the FAA as the company progresses towards commercialization. 

Archer精东影业 goal is to transform urban travel, replacing 60鈥�90-minute commutes by car with estimated 10-20 minute flights that are safe, sustainable, low-noise, and cost-competitive with ground transportation.聽聽

Archer Aviation partners with Etihad for eVTOL pilot training in Abu Dhabi聽聽聽聽

• Aviation Technology and Innovation
• Future Aviation Forum

byLuke Peters

2024-05-21

The COVID-19 pandemic was a huge, unprecedented body blow to the aviation industry, but the future is looking remarkedly brighter than where it once was, despite Boeing精东影业 current problems over safety. 

Only last month India精东影业 biggest budget airline, IndiGo, announced an order for up to 100 Airbus A350s, representing the carrier精东影业 first leap into the long-haul market and a sure sign that the industry is expanding.聽聽

And the United Kingdom精东影业 largest airport, London-Heathrow (LHR) announced that the first financial quarter in 2024 was its busiest start to the year on record and the outlook for the entire year is very much the same.聽聽

What’s more, the aviation sector is on the cusp of new, innovative, and revolutionary concepts that have the potential to reshape the entire way populations travel. 

Among the most significant are hydrogen powered aircraft, electric regional planes, electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft and supersonic commercial flights.  

However, by far it is the subject and discussion around eVTOL aircraft that is causing the biggest stir with increasing numbers of newspaper column inches dedicated to the advancement of the humble 鈥楩lying Taxi鈥�.聽

Why is everyone talking about eVTOLs?聽

The evolution of eVTOL aircraft taps into the part of the brain that has long dreamt of a futuristic world where everyone is flying around in pods parked on their driveway.  

It精东影业 a concept that consumers have been fed for decades in Hollywood movies and science fiction novels, so it is perhaps no surprise that the anticipation surrounding the introduction of eVTOLs is building.  

The eVTOL developers are playing their part too with an incredibly efficient publicity machine that ensures every twist and turn of the aircraft精东影业 development is shared with the world.  

And the sums of money involved in developing the aircraft and building the infrastructure to support the eVTOL network are staggering.  

Only on April 25, 2024, one of the leading eVTOL innovators Archer Aviation announced that it had signed a multi-hundred-million-dollar agreement with Abu Dhabi. 

Designed to accelerate Archer精东影业 planned commercial air taxi operations in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the framework agreement includes in-country manufacturing, operations, and training across the region with operations set to commence in 2025.聽

Are eVTOLs for me?

What is alarming about the rapid development of eVTOLs is there are still so many hoops to jump through before they can begin carrying passengers.聽聽

Public acceptance is an issue that will become more prevalent as awareness increases and counteracting the idea that eVTOLs are only for the very wealthy will be a tricky obstacle to overcome. 

However, there are also positive signs, such as the Chinese developer EHang becoming the first company in the world to obtain type certification for its flying taxi. 

But as aviation history has taught us, when all the problems are overcome that will still not be enough to ensure the survival of the eVTOL industry.  

Here are just some examples of incredible ideas and concepts that were brought to life but never fully realized their potential.聽

Airbus A380聽

In February 2019, following the news that Emirates was reducing its order for the Airbus A380 the planemaker announced production of its superjumbo would end in 2021.聽聽

It was an astonishing turn of events for an aircraft that promised so much but, in the end, failed to deliver. 

When the project to build the A380 was announced there were critics that said that an aircraft of its size was not viable, but few would have predicted the end would come so soon after its launch.  

The Airbus A380 is undoubtably a magnificent aircraft and it is great to see so many airlines increasing its use. But it acts as a perfect example for the eVTOL industry that a vision does not always translate into reality and sometimes critics are proved right.聽

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It is difficult to comprehend the levels of excitement that surrounded the launch of Concorde or how ahead of its time the aircraft was when it carried its first paying customers in 1969.聽聽

Concorde will always remain synonymous with British Airways and France but during development more than 100 non-binding orders were made for the supersonic jet from major airlines such as Lufthansa, Japan Airlines, American Airlines, United Airlines, Air India, and Air Canada.  

Much like the eVTOL industry today many airlines saw Concorde and supersonic flight as the future.  

However, 27 years after commercial operations both British Airways and Air France announced that they would retire their fleets.  

A fatal crash on July 25, 2000, shortly after an Air France Concorde took off from Paris, a drop in air travel following the 9/11 terrorist attacks in the United States (US), the aircraft精东影业 high fuel consumption leading to lack of profits and restrictions to only use supersonic speeds over the ocean all contributed to its downfall.  

For all its promise of being the future of flight, Concorde was unable to live up to the hype and its journey from development to becoming operational certainly chimes with the ambitions of eVTOL technology.  

But in many ways, maybe Concorde was just ahead of its time. And with the development of a new era of supersonic passenger aircraft, super speed travel will have its day again.聽聽

Space shuttle聽

Not strictly aviation, but the space shuttle is another concept that promised a great deal but perhaps did not achieve everything that was planned for it.聽聽

n February 1, 2003, Space Shuttle Columbia disintegrated as it reentered the earth精东影业 atmosphere, killing all seven astronauts on board.聽

The event was the second space shuttle disaster since its inception following the loss of the Challenger crew in 1986.  

While the 2003 tragedy was certainly the immediate cause for ending the space shuttle project the cracks were already appearing, placing its future in jeopardy.  

When the last space shuttles were retired, they were not even halfway through their flight lifetimes, but the costs involved in operating the spacecraft had spiraled.  

While the spacecraft精东影业 many achievements included helping to build the International Space Station (ISS) and transporting the Hubble Space Telescope, the project was sold to the public as a low-cost way of accessing orbit and that turned out being wide off the mark. 

“The bottom-line answer is that it was too expensive. Way too expensive,” former Jet Propulsion Laboratory system engineer Mark Adler wrote for Newsweek in 2015. “The shuttle never met its promise for low-cost access to space by virtue of the system’s reusability.”聽

The advent of Space X has helped address many issues around expense but with each space shuttle project costing more than $1.5 billion it’s easy to see why it failed to reach its economical ambitions and alternatives needed to be found.聽聽聽

The jetpack

The jetpack was first thought to have been conceived more than 100 years ago by Russian Alexander Andreev, but it was not until Bell Aerosystems began developing the 鈥楤ell Rocket Belt鈥� in the 1950s that the technology was seen as a viable mode of flight.聽聽

Much of the early thinking was that jetpacks could be used by the US Army, whereas modern versions of the transportation system are also being marketed towards emergency responders, including police and mountain rescuers.  

While ultimately the jetpack industry has not failed, it has been an incredibly long journey that精东影业 never truly gotten off the ground due to cost, danger and the training requirements. 

However, there is hope with a handful of companies such as Jetpack Aviation, Frank Zapata精东影业 Flyboard Air, Gravity Industries and Maverick Aviation developing the concept.  

Maverick Aviation精东影业 jetpack is of particular interest as its patent pending flight control system provides automated stability, making it easier for a non-pilot to operate without extensive training.  

It is quite conceivable that with this type of development the jetpack will finally have its moment in the sun after over a century of development and, if it does, it will certainly have been worth the wait.聽聽

What do you think? Are eVTOL aircraft another brilliant aviation idea destined to fail? Feel free to share your comments below!

eVTOL aircraft: the revolutionary industry that may all end in tears

• Aircraft
• Sustainability

byIan Molyneaux

2023-08-12

On April 17, 2024, the two companies announced that they had signed a letter of intent for up to 10 eVTOL aircraft, with an option for 40 more in the future.

鈥淲e appreciate AirX精东影业 trust and confidence in Eve by not only purchasing our eVTOL aircraft, but services and operations solutions and our Vector 鈥� the urban air traffic management software,鈥� Johann Bordais, CEO of Eve, said. 鈥淛apan has been progressive in their approach and interest in eVTOL operations, and we look forward to continuing to expand our relationships and as we support Japan精东影业 urban air mobility objectives going forward.鈥�

Eve Air精东影业 flying taxi is considered one of the leading eVTOLs in the evolving industry and has already secured letters of intent for nearly 3,000 vehicles.

The company has begun assembly of its first full-scale eVTOL prototype. It will be followed by a test campaign before the aircraft enters into service, which is expected in 2026.

鈥淲e are deeply impressed not only by EVE精东影业 technological capabilities, but also by their commitment to building an ecosystem,鈥� Kiwamu Tezuka, CEO of AirX, said. 鈥淥ur aim is to revolutionize the current industry, making transport services useful and affordable for everyone. By integrating our knowledge, experiences, and existing business platform with EVE精东影业 comprehensive solutions, we hope to overcome transportation limitations by advancing eVTOL operations in Japan.鈥�

That's a wrap on our last Trade day of the ! We had the best time discussing how Eve plans to revolutionize the skies, collaborating with industry partners, and showcasing our mock-up for the first time in Asia.

— Eve Air Mobility (@EveAirMobility)

AirX is helping to lead development of the urban air mobility (UAM) industry in Japan. It has already announced the launch of the Greater Tokyo Area精东影业 first eVTOL test field, the UAM Centre.

The UAM Centre is set to 鈥渞evolutionize air travel in the Tokyo metropolitan area, showcasing the company精东影业 commitment to innovation and the future of transportation鈥�.

Eve精东影业 eVTOL aircraft utilizes a 鈥渓ift+cruise鈥� configuration, with eight dedicated propellers for vertical flight and fixed wings to fly on cruise, requiring no change in the position of these components during flight.

Doroni Aerospace and AIR bring personal eVTOLs closer to reality聽

• Aviation Technology and Innovation

byMiquel Ros

2024-04-17

To ensure that the UK is not left behind the country精东影业 government is pressing ahead with plans to support and boost development of eVTOL aircraft and the infrastructure needed to support it.聽聽

On March 18, 2024, the UK精东影业 Future of Flight action plan was published, revealing how flying cars and drone technology can be harnessed to create a 拢45 billion ($57 billion) industry by the end of the decade. 

Under the plans the UK精东影业 Department for Transport (DfT) says that by 2026 the first piloted flying taxi flight will take place with regular services becoming a way of life by 2028.  

By 2027, the DfT says there will be regular drone deliveries across UK skies and demonstrations of autonomous eVTOL aircraft by 2030. 

The joint plan formed in collaboration between industry and government鈥痵ets out the strategic direction of the sector over the coming years, 鈥渟triking a balance between innovation, security, safety and cutting emissions鈥�. 

鈥淐utting-edge battery technology will revolutionize transport as we know it 鈥� this plan will make sure we have the infrastructure and regulation in place to make it a reality. From flying taxis to emergency service drones, we鈥檙e making sure the UK is at the forefront of this dramatic shift in transportation 鈥� improving people精东影业 lives and boosting the economy,鈥� Aviation and Technology Minister, Anthony Browne, said.聽

‘Breaking barriers in the sector’

Included in the Future of Flight action plan are details on allowing drones to fly beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS), how underused smaller aerodromes can form the infrastructure for vertiports, the development of standards to improve security for drones to boost public safety, and engaging communities and local authorities in the technology.  

The action plan also includes a vision for drone technology which could be used to deliver packages across the country including to remote islands and rapidly find and repair faults on the railway system. 

UK drones have already been effectively used to deliver surgical implants between sites and by the police to tackle violent crime and antisocial behavior. 

At the forefront of the plan is the UK精东影业 Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) which will fundamentally set out the path for safe operation of eVTOLs and expanded drone technology.  

鈥淎viation stands on the cusp of its next, potentially biggest, revolution since the invention of the jet engine. Drones, eVTOL and other different vehicles have the potential to change transportation options forever. Our role in this bright future of aviation will be enabling technological advances and providing regulatory support while ensuring that all forms of new aviation technology enjoy the same high safety standards as traditional aviation,鈥� Sophie O鈥橲ullivan, Head of Future Safety and Innovation at the CAA, said.聽聽

FLIGHT TEST | Our Midnight Aircraft Has Successfully Completed Phase 1 Of Archer精东影业 Flight Test Program As We Continue To Advance Toward FAA Certification.

馃晵 Midnight aircraft has successfully advanced through Phase 1 of its flight test program in only 3 months

鈿� Midnight精东影业鈥�

— Archer (@ArcherAviation)

The Future of Flight action plan was published on the same day that the UK精东影业 Aviation and Technology Minister visited one of the world精东影业 leading eVTOL developers, Vertical Aerospace.  

The UK government hopes that by setting out a clear plan and structure for the development of eVTOL aircraft, companies like Vertical Aerospace will have the confidence to continue 鈥渂reaking barriers in the sector鈥�. 

鈥淭he UK has a long heritage in aerospace and the publication of this plan sets out how we will lead the next revolution of flight. With government and business working together, we can unleash the huge economic, environmental, and social benefits of zero emissions flight globally. Vertical is hugely proud to be at the forefront of leading this new chapter,鈥� Stephen Fitzpatrick, Founder and CEO, Vertical Aerospace, said. 

The Future of Flight action plan comes ahead of the fifth meeting of the Future of Flight Industry Group, a joint force established in February 2023.聽 聽

The UK’s is available on the government website.

eVTOL aircraft: the revolutionary industry that may all end in tears

• Aircraft
• Sustainability

byIan Molyneaux

2023-08-12

Under the partnership, announced on March 11, 2024, Archer and Falcon Aviation will develop vertiport infrastructure in the region that will cut the two-hour car journey between Dubai and Abu Dhabi during peak times to 30 minutes by eVTOL.聽聽

The vertiports will be located at Falcon Heliport at Atlantis, the Palm in Dubai and the Marina Mall heliport in Abu Dhabi精东影业 Corniche. 

鈥淎rcher believes it is the first to announce a flying car service on this route between Abu Dhabi and Dubai, one of the world精东影业 most prominent and congested commute corridors,鈥� the company said.  

The route will prove particularly popular due to the flight operating almost entirely over water with scenic views of both cities.   

鈥淧artnering with established operators such as Falcon Aviation, as well as the capital of the Emirates with the Abu Dhabi Investment Office, has been key to quickly building our presence in the region,鈥� Archer founder and CEO Adam Goldstein said. 鈥淲e look forward to paving the way for the introduction of our Midnight aircraft to the region which will set the stage for the UAE to become a global leader in urban air mobility.鈥澛犅犅�

FLIGHT TEST | Our Midnight Aircraft Has Successfully Completed Phase 1 Of Archer精东影业 Flight Test Program As We Continue To Advance Toward FAA Certification.

馃晵 Midnight aircraft has successfully advanced through Phase 1 of its flight test program in only 3 months

鈿� Midnight精东影业鈥�

— Archer (@ArcherAviation)

On March 8, 2024, Falcon Aviation launched the upgraded Falcon Tours Heliport Terminal at Atlantis, The Palm, which provides helicopter charter service to locals and tourists between Dubai精东影业 top hotel on the Palm Jumeirah to key destinations, including Abu Dhabi and other cities in the UAE. 

As early as next year, the companies plan for this hub to serve Archer精东影业 Midnight aircraft, operated by Falcon Aviation, as a quieter, safer, and more affordable option than helicopters.   

Falcon Aviation CEO Captain Ramandeep Oberoi commented: 鈥淔or nearly two decades, Falcon Aviation has been at the forefront of helicopter passenger transport in the UAE. Our partnership with Archer is a leap into the future, as we prepare to offer flying car services together in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, continuing our tradition of world-class transportation solutions.鈥� 

In 2023, Archer and Falcon signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) for the aviation operator to fly scores of Archer精东影业 Midnight flying cars.   

This venture is part of Archer’s strategic expansion, with the UAE set to be its first international launch market as soon as next year.   

鈥淲e have made rapid progress in the UAE over the past three months since announcing Abu Dhabi and Dubai will be home to our first international Midnight flights as soon as 2025. We鈥檙e proud to be the first to announce plans to operate between Dubai and Abu Dhabi, along with vertiport infrastructure at both ends of the commuter journey,鈥� said Archer Chief Commercial Officer, Nikhil Goel.聽

FAA gives green light to Archer Aviation to operate Part 145 repair station

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byGabriele Petrauskaite

2024-02-11