SMRTR Science & EngineeringJan 6, 2025Interesting Engineering

Sustainable flight: Will 2025 be a key year for air taxis and airships?

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Archer Aviation, an air taxi company, plans to launch commercial operations by 2025 in key US, Middle Eastern, and Asian markets. With recent funding of $430 million, their total capital nears $2 billion. They also secured a $142 million US Air Force contract for military aircraft development. Despite industry challenges, Archer's CEO remains confident about urban air mobility's future, citing strong government backing in target markets.

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