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Utah Backs Landmark Agreement to Bring Electric Aircraft, Chargers to State

Governor’s office and Department of Transportation will support a collaboration between Beta Technologies and 47G.

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 12:16 PM ET

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Beta Technologies’ electric conventional takeoff and landing (CTOL) Alia soars over Burlington, Vermont. [Courtesy: Beta Technologies]

Key Takeaways:

Utah has partnered with Beta Technologies and 47G to become a global hub for electric aviation, aiming to integrate advanced air mobility (AAM) by the 2034 Winter Olympic Games in Salt Lake City.
Backed by state agencies, the "Project Alta" initiative focuses on a phased development, starting with establishing electric aircraft charging infrastructure and identifying optimal routes across the state.
The collaboration seeks to transform passenger transport, cargo logistics, and medical services through the deployment of various electric aircraft types, including conventional and vertical takeoff and landing models.
The state plans to provide resources and potential funding to build the necessary infrastructure, viewing the Olympics as a key opportunity to showcase these innovative transportation solutions.

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Utah is backing a partnership that aims to make the state a global hub for electric aviation ahead of the 2034 Winter Olympic Games in Salt Lake City.

On Tuesday, electric aircraft and charging system developer Beta Technologies and 47G—a coalition of more than 100 members across industry, academia, and government aiming to cement Utah as the headquarters for aerospace companies—signed a landmark agreement to bring electric aircraft and chargers to the state.

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.