Archer Aviation and Anduril Partner on Hybrid Military Aircraft Development

The collaboration aims to secure a Pentagon contract with a cost-effective hybrid VTOL aircraft, supported by Archer's $430 million funding round.

Archer Aviation and Anduril Industries have formed an exclusive partnership to develop hybrid-propulsion vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) aircraft for military use.
The companies are targeting a potential 'program of record' contract with the U.S. Department of Defense for scalable and cost-effective VTOL solutions.
Archer has launched a new internal division, Archer Defense, to focus on military applications and recently delivered an eVTOL aircraft to the U.S. Air Force for evaluation.
The partnership combines Archer's expertise in supply chain and manufacturing with Anduril's advanced AI and system integration capabilities.
Archer raised $430 million in new funding, bringing its total capital raised to nearly $2 billion, ensuring financial stability as it pursues regulatory approvals and defense projects.