Archer Aviation Inc.

Archer Aviation Inc. is an American aerospace company headquartered in San Jose, California, focused on designing and developing electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft for urban air mobility (UAM) networks. The company's mission is to unlock the skies, aiming to provide efficient, sustainable, and accessible air transportation solutions that enable people to reimagine how they move and spend time.

Archer's primary product is the "Midnight" eVTOL aircraft, a piloted air taxi designed to carry four passengers for short urban trips of approximately 20-50 miles at speeds up to 150 mph. This aircraft features 12 electric propellers and six independent battery packs, engineered to offer a quiet, zero-emission alternative to traditional ground transportation. The company aims to establish urban air mobility services for both commercial and defense sectors, with key customers including airlines, rideshare passengers, and government entities.

Under the leadership of Founder and CEO Adam Goldstein, Archer Aviation has made significant strides, including receiving its Part 135 Air Carrier and Operator Certificate from the FAA in June 2024, a crucial step for commercial operations. The company has strategic partnerships with United Airlines for establishing air taxi routes and with Stellantis for mass production of its aircraft. Archer has also been selected as the official air taxi provider for the LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games and is actively working on launching commercial operations in the United Arab Emirates. Recent developments include the integration of Starlink satellite connectivity into its Midnight aircraft and participation in the White House eVTOL Integration Pilot Program.