Archer Aviation eVTOL co-CEO Opens Up About His Flying Lessons

Brett Adcock shares details with FLYING about the reasons behind his personal quest to earn a pilot certificate.

Wednesday, February 23, 2022 at 09:53 AM ET

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Archer Aviation co-CEO Brett Adcock tweeted in January that his flight training was under way. [Courtesy: Archer Aviation]

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Archer Aviation co-CEO Brett Adcock is pursuing a pilot's license to gain a deeper, first-hand understanding of airspace and flight operations.
His motivation is to better inform Archer's eVTOL aircraft development, FAA certification, and future operations as the company plans to launch its own electric airline.
Adcock emphasizes that understanding the pilot experience is crucial for delivering the best possible product and ensuring Archer's long-term success in urban air mobility.

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Clyde Cessna, Allen Paulson, and Bill Lear. Now, Archer Aviation (NYSE:ACHR) co-CEO and co-founder Brett Adcock wants to follow in their footsteps, joining the ranks of pilots who started successful aircraft manufacturing companies.

Adcock, who launched the electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft (eVTOL) company with co-CEO Adam Goldstein a few years ago, revealed last month he’s setting out on a personal quest to earn a pilot certificate.