Archer Plans to Launch Electric Air Taxi Flights Across the UAE

The eVTOL manufacturer intends to make the UAE its first international launch market, adding to its projected services in the U.S.

Jack Daleo

Monday, October 16, 2023 at 05:57 PM ET

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Archer chief commercial officer Nikhil Goel (left) poses with leaders of the UAE’s General Civil Aviation Authority at the company’s global headquarters in San Jose, California. [Courtesy: Archer Aviation]

Key Takeaways:

Archer Aviation is partnering with the Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) to launch electric air taxi services across the UAE by 2026, establishing its first international headquarters, manufacturing, and engineering capabilities in Abu Dhabi.
The UAE is actively fostering an advanced air mobility (AAM) ecosystem, attracting multiple eVTOL manufacturers (including Archer's rival Joby) to its new SAVI cluster, and developing comprehensive infrastructure and regulations.
Archer's initiative involves strategic collaborations with local aviation partners for operations and maintenance, aiming to provide cost-competitive, short-haul air taxi services with its Midnight eVTOL.

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American-made electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft are coming to the Middle East.

San Jose, California-based eVTOL manufacturer Archer Aviation on Monday announced its plan to initiate electric air taxi services across the United Arab Emirates, which is expected to be the company’s first international launch market. Partnering with the Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO), Archer plans to launch nationwide in 2026.