With the acquisition of Ferrovial Vertiports, Atlantic will look to build electrified takeoff and landing sites in urban areas. [Courtesy: Atlantic Aviation]
Key Takeaways:
Atlantic Aviation acquired Ferrovial Vertiports to significantly bolster its infrastructure for Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) in the U.S.
This acquisition provides Atlantic with the necessary vertiport facilities (takeoff/landing sites) for eVTOL air taxis, complementing its existing partnerships for installing electric charging stations.
Atlantic plans to develop these vertiports across multiple U.S. regions, strategically integrating them with its FBO network and locations targeted by its eVTOL manufacturing partners.
Atlantic Aviation is betting big on advanced air mobility (AAM).
The FBO network and general aviation service provider on Tuesday announced the acquisition of Ferrovial Vertiports from Spanish infrastructure provider Ferrovial: a move that bolsters its plans to welcome electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) air taxis and other novel aircraft to its terminals.
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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.
