Transportation

Archer Sees 2025 Air-Taxi Debut, Setting Up Rivalry With Joby

  • US eVTOL manufacturer still working through FAA certification
  • Joby says it has right to exclusive Dubai operation for years

The Archer Aviation Inc. Midnight aircraft.

Photographer: Loren Elliott/Bloomberg
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Archer Aviation Inc is seeking to start commercial operations of its electrically-powered air-taxi in the United Arab Emirates by the end of next year, putting the company in direct competition with Joby Aviation Inc. in the race to launch a commuter service in the region.