Airbus, LCI Collaborate to Develop Advanced Air Mobility Ecosystems

The partners will create AAM forecasts, perform industry research, and use data analytics to develop solutions for AAM fleets, operations, and infrastructure.

Jack Daleo

Wednesday, February 28, 2024 at 01:57 PM ET

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Airbus and LCI will explore leasing and financing arrangements for customers of the CityAirbus NextGen eVTOL air taxi. [Courtesy: Airbus]

Key Takeaways:

Airbus has partnered with LCI, an international lessor, to jointly establish the ecosystem for Advanced Air Mobility (AAM), focusing on strategy, commercialization, and financing for emerging electric aircraft like eVTOLs.
LCI will serve as a key financial partner, exploring leasing and financing solutions for Airbus AAM projects, including the flagship CityAirbus NextGen eVTOL, which is currently in testing and slated for a 2024 Paris Olympics demonstration.
Beyond eVTOLs, Airbus is also actively developing hydrogen-powered commercial aircraft concepts (ZEROe) and expanding its drone and uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) business, demonstrating a broader commitment to sustainable and future flight technologies.

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The world’s largest manufacturer of airliners is looking to build the ecosystem for an entirely new kind of aircraft.

Airbus on Tuesday announced an agreement with international helicopter and fixed-wing lessor LCI to jointly set the stage for advanced air mobility (AAM) operations of emerging aircraft, including electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) air taxis and other electric models. The collaboration will hone in on three key areas: AAM strategy, commercialization, and financing.