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Archer and United Unveil NYC Air Taxi Network Plan

The proposed service aims to cut Manhattan-to-airport travel times to 5–15 minutes using electric eVTOL aircraft, pending FAA certification.

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Archer Aviation evtol with United Airlines plane.
Midnight, an all-electric aircraft from company Archer Aviation, is seen at the Salinas Municipal Airport in Salinas, California, U.S. August 2, 2023.  REUTERS/Carlos Barria/File Photo

Overview

  • Archer Aviation and United Airlines announced a plan to establish an electric air taxi network in New York City, connecting Manhattan with major and regional airports.
  • The service will use Archer's four-passenger Midnight eVTOL aircraft, designed for short flights from Manhattan helipads to airports like JFK, LaGuardia, and Newark.
  • Passengers will be able to book air taxi rides as an add-on to their United Airlines itineraries, offering a seamless travel experience.
  • The network's launch depends on Archer obtaining FAA Type Certification for its Midnight aircraft, which is currently in the final stages of approval.
  • Archer plans to expand its air taxi services to other U.S. cities, including Los Angeles and San Francisco, as part of a phased rollout strategy.