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Archer Aviation

United States · Founded 2018

California-based eVTOL operator developing the Midnight, a 4-passenger air taxi designed for back-to-back 20-mile city hops with minimal recharge between flights.

In Certification Request Charter
Max Range
100 mi
Top Speed
150 mph
Capacity
5 pax
Noise
45 dB

About Archer Aviation

Archer Aviation (NYSE: ACHR) designs and manufactures the Midnight, a piloted, five-seat eVTOL aircraft optimised for short urban routes. The company is headquartered in San Jose, California, with a high-volume manufacturing facility in Covington, Georgia developed in partnership with Stellantis.

In January 2026, Archer’s Means of Compliance was accepted by the FAA. As of its most recent quarterly filing the company remains in Stage 3 of type certification for Midnight, with a key US launch market in Los Angeles and additional partnerships in the UAE and India.

Strategic Partnerships

  • Stellantis
  • United Airlines
  • Boeing
  • Abu Dhabi Aviation

Reported funding to date: $1,500 M USD.

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