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Lilium Partner UrbanLink Targets eVTOL Jet Service in Caribbean

The partnership marks UrbanLink’s second in as many months, following an agreement with Ferrovial to build vertiports in Florida and the Los Angeles metro area.

Tuesday, July 09, 2024 at 01:43 PM ET

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A digital rendering presents a concept for a jointly developed UrbanLink and Skyway vertiport. [Courtesy: Skyway Technologies]

Key Takeaways:

UrbanLink Air Mobility is expanding its eVTOL network by partnering with Skyway Technologies to establish vertiport hubs in South Florida and Puerto Rico, with service planned to launch in 2026.
This marks UrbanLink's second major partnership for vertiport development, essential for building the infrastructure to support Lilium Jet operations and the broader advanced air mobility (AAM) industry.
The partnerships aim to facilitate the commercial launch of Lilium Jet operations across the U.S. and Caribbean by 2026, aligning with Lilium's projected timeline.
The Lilium Jet, which UrbanLink has committed to purchase, is characterized by its unique 36-ducted-fan propulsion system and is the only eVTOL with FAA and EASA certification bases for a commercial design.

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UrbanLink Air Mobility, a U.S. operator of electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft that in May committed to purchase 20 eVTOL jets from German manufacturer Lilium, is expanding into the Caribbean.

The company on Tuesday announced a partnership with California-based vertiport developer and operator Skyway Technologies to install eVTOL hubs in South Florida and Puerto Rico. The partners plan to release more information on locations and routes in those markets in the coming months, with plans to launch service in 2026.

Jack Daleo

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.