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Lilium Partner UrbanLink Eyes California eVTOL Expansion

The newly formed operator is working with Ferrovial Vertiports to build a network for the manufacturer’s flagship Lilium Jet in Florida and California, including Los Angeles.

Monday, June 24, 2024 at 01:52 PM ET

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UrbanLink, which intends to purchase and operate 20 Lilium Jets, is working with Ferrovial Vertiports to build takeoff and landing sites in Florida and California. [Courtesy: UrbanLink Air Mobility]

Key Takeaways:

Lilium is preparing for its U.S. market entry, with its customer UrbanLink Air Mobility partnering with Ferrovial Vertiports to establish crucial eVTOL vertiport networks in South Florida and Southern California.
UrbanLink plans to launch initial Lilium Jet routes by summer 2026, utilizing this infrastructure, which is designed to be accessible to various eVTOL aircraft models.
Lilium is advancing toward operational readiness by uniquely holding type certification bases from both EASA and the FAA, aiming for EASA type certification in 2025.
The overall U.S. deployment is supported by partnerships with companies like NetJets for aircraft orders, Bristow Group for maintenance, FlightSafety International for pilot training, and Atlantic Aviation for electrifying FBOs.

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German electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft manufacturer Lilium is preparing new U.S. markets for its flagship Lilium Jet.

UrbanLink Air Mobility, a newly formed operator of advanced air mobility (AAM) aircraft that in May agreed to purchase and operate 20 Lilium Jets, on Monday partnered with Ferrovial Vertiports to build a network of takeoff and landing hubs in South Florida and Southern California, including Los Angeles. The partners plan to add more locations to the network.

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.