Archer Aviation launches NYC air taxi service

April 17, 2025, 8:20 am

Archer Aviation is gearing up to transform urban air travel by developing electric air taxis aimed at reducing transit times between Manhattan and major airports such as JFK, LaGuardia and Newark. The initiative promises to bypass gridlocked streets and offer a fast, efficient alternative for airport transfers in New York City. Strategic partnerships underpin the project, underscoring a marked effort to modernize commuter transportation and cut down on road traffic congestion.

techcrunch.com / Archer Aviation wants to help New Yorkers skip airport traffic with electric air taxis

New York City — where you can get a dollar slice at 2am or a McDonald’s delivery in under 30 minutes, but still spend two hours crawling down the highway to catch a flight. Archer Aviation wants to change that. The electric aircraft startup says its air taxis could one day fly passengers from...

theverge.com / Archer and United plan NYC air taxi service for airport trips

Archer says it will launch an air taxi service in New York City with United Airlines, which will include routes between Manhattan and major airports like JFK, LaGuardia, and Newark. The aviation company aims to replace hourlong taxi rides along congested roads with breezy flights lasting between...

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