Archer Nabs World Cup, Super Bowl Partnerships

Air taxi maker is developing a Los Angeles network for its electric aircraft, which could land there as soon as next year.

Jack Daleo

Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at 02:42 PM ET

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Archer plans to build a Los Angeles air taxi network for its all-electric Midnight. [Courtesy: Archer Aviation]

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Archer Aviation has significantly expanded its partnerships, becoming the exclusive air taxi provider for the 2026 FIFA World Cup and Super Bowl LXI in Los Angeles, in addition to its role for the 2028 Olympics.
While initial events focus on community engagement, Archer plans to deploy its Midnight eVTOL for passenger transport at the 2028 Olympics and is building out a comprehensive air taxi network across Los Angeles, the Bay Area, New York, and Chicago.
Despite some skepticism regarding the immediate readiness for widespread service, Archer is progressing with flight testing and benefits from increasing regulatory support, including new FAA guidelines and the upcoming eVTOL Integration Pilot Program.

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Within months of being named the official air taxi provider for the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles, electric aircraft developer Archer Aviation has secured partnerships with two more global sporting events—FIFA World Cup in 2026 and Super Bowl LXI in 2027.

The Los Angeles Sports & Entertainment Commission (LASEC), which leads the host committees for both events in LA, on Tuesday named Archer its exclusive air taxi partner. The company will be an official host city supporter for the World Cup and official host committee partner for Super Bowl LXI.