Archer Aviation establishes UK engineering hub and hires senior eVTOL leader.
Key Points
- 1Archer Aviation is establishing a new engineering hub located in South West England to expand its international operational capacity.
- 2The company is actively recruiting a senior British eVTOL engineering leader to head the new facility and drive local development efforts.
- 3This strategic expansion aims to increase Archer's presence within the U.K.'s established aerospace and defense sector.
- 4The move supports Archer's ongoing efforts toward certifying and commercializing its Midnight eVTOL aircraft globally.
Archer Aviation Inc. (ACHR) announced a significant expansion of its European footprint by establishing a dedicated engineering hub in South West England. This strategic move aims to deepen the company's involvement within the robust U.K. aerospace and defense industry, focusing specifically on electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) technology development.
The expansion includes the recruitment of a senior British eVTOL engineering leader, signaling Archer’s commitment to leveraging specialized local talent. The new facility will serve as a key center for research and development, supporting Archer's ongoing efforts to certify and commercialize its Midnight aircraft platform globally. This initiative aligns with the U.K.'s growing focus on Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) and sustainable aviation technologies.
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