SOUTHWEST Airlines and Archer Aviation agreed to develop operational plans for electric air taxi networks at California airports where Southwest operates, reports Reuters.
The two companies have signed a memorandum of understanding to collaborate on creating a concept of operations.
This initiative aims to establish integrated electric air taxi networks connecting California airports with surrounding communities.
Electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft are seen as the future of urban air mobility, and Archer is currently developing its Midnight eVTOL aircraft.
Airlines are exploring the use of battery-powered aircraft for short trips and airport transfers, allowing travelers to avoid traffic by taking off and landing vertically.