Wisk agreed to provide autonomy technology for Archer's Midnight eVTOL—but who won the deal? [Courtesy: Archer Aviation]
Key Takeaways:
Archer Aviation and Wisk Aero (a Boeing subsidiary) settled their two-year legal battle, forming a partnership where Wisk will be the exclusive provider of autonomy technology for Archer, backed by a significant investment from Boeing.
Skydio is discontinuing its consumer drone business to focus solely on the more profitable enterprise and public sector markets, largely leaving the consumer space to DJI.
Alphabet's drone delivery arm, Wing, is expanding its operations into medical logistics in Ireland, launching its first network for delivering pharmacy items, lab samples, and medical supplies.
eVTOL industry stakeholders, led by GAMA, are actively pushing back against the FAA's proposed rules for powered-lift pilot training and certification, arguing for less restrictive and more flexible requirements.
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Jack is a staff writer covering advanced air mobility, including everything from drones to unmanned aircraft systems to space travel—and a whole lot more. He spent close to two years reporting on drone delivery for FreightWaves, covering the biggest news and developments in the space and connecting with industry executives and experts. Jack is also a basketball aficionado, a frequent traveler and a lover of all things logistics.
