Archer Aviation has achieved a major milestone by completing 402 test flights of its electric eVTOL aircraft, Midnight, during 2024. The company achieved these flights four months ahead of schedule.
The test team has conducted these flights over a period of eight months, generating key data to optimize the performance, safety and capabilities of its eVTOL aircraft. Among the most important test areas are transition flights, high-speed operations, and landings in various wind conditions.
The Midnight aircraft completed the transition flying at over 100 mph. Source: Archer
Archer Aircraft Advances Toward FAA Certification and Expansion
In addition to these advances, Archer continues to work closely with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for certification of its aircraft as it prepares to operate as a commercial airline. The recent delivery of one of its eVTOL aircraft to the U.S. Air Force marks another significant step in its expansion.
The company’s CEO highlighted the team’s efforts:
When we first set our goal of 400 flights this year, it was considered a long shot, but here we are in August, already achieving it. I’m proud of the Archer flight test team and the support groups that made it happen.
Adam Goldstein.
With strategic alliances with airlines such as United Airlines, the company is one step closer to redefining the future of urban air travel. urban air transportation.
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Source and photo: Archer Aviation