Archer Aviation reported the electric alternative to helicopters will soon be flying around the West Coast, giving Californians a relatively green option of flying 20-50 mile routes across various cities, including Oakland, San Jose and Livermore.
The company is expected to soon provide rollout dates and expansion plans for what they call their "flying cars."
The company's flagship electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, "Midnight," is yet to receive a Type Certification from the U.S. aviation regulator.
That certification means an aircraft meets the FAA's design and safety standards.
Archer, which is backed by companies such as Stellantis, Boeing and United Airlines said it plans to use conventional aircraft to refine its "systems and procedures."
Peer Joby Aviation received the Part 135 Certification from the FAA in 2022.
Archer is among a bunch of eVTOL makers seeking to revolutionize urban travel in congested cities by offering short-haul air travel.
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if this didn't work for helicopters why would it work for these
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