Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s largest carrier, has signed an agreement with U.S.-based Archer Aviation to deploy electric air taxis in Ethiopia. The deal, valued at up to $30 million under Archer’s “Launch Edition” program, marks a significant step toward bringing electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft to the African continent. This makes Ethiopian Airlines the second customer planning to deploy Archer’s Midnight aircraft, following Abu Dhabi Aviation’s recent agreement. The partnership aims to create an air taxi network that could transform urban mobility in the region by replacing hour-long car commutes with 10-20 minute electric flights. “We are committed to … Continue reading Ethiopian Airlines and Archer Aviation Partner to Launch Electric Air Taxi Network in Ethiopia