InterGlobe teams up with US-based Archer for Air Taxi Service

Air Taxi Service

In a groundbreaking move, InterGlobe Enterprises, a major stakeholder in IndiGo, has unveiled a far-reaching collaboration with Archer Aviation Inc, a prominent US-based company specializing in electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. This strategic partnership aims to pioneer and operate an innovative all-electric air taxi service across the vast expanse of India.

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Key Players in the Alliance

InterGlobe Enterprises: Holding a majority stake in the well-known IndiGo airline.
Archer Aviation Inc: Listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), recognized for its proficiency in eVTOL aircraft.

Vision and Prospects

InterGlobe Enterprises perceives this collaboration as a unique opportunity to introduce a forward-looking, sustainable, and competitively priced air transport solution in India. Concurrently, Archer identifies India as a pivotal market for eVTOL aircraft, considering its substantial population and challenges related to urban congestion.

The All-Electric Midnight Aircraft

Archer’s flagship aircraft, the Midnight, distinguishes itself as an all-electric piloted eVTOL engineered for seamless vertical takeoff and landing. Significantly, the aircraft exhibits the capability for swift back-to-back flights with minimal recharge time between operations.

Addressing Urban Congestion

With urban congestion emerging as a global concern and projections indicating a doubling of urban populations by 2050, Archer’s electric air taxi service emerges as a timely solution. The objective is to provide a sustainable, low-noise, and efficient alternative to ground transportation.

Strategic Objectives and Operations

The alliance plans to collaborate with local business partners in India to manage the operations of Archer’s cutting-edge aircraft. The strategy encompasses financing and constructing vertiport infrastructure, coupled with personnel training for streamlined operations.

Scale of Operations: Air Taxi Service

Anticipating considerable demand, the partners envision financing the acquisition of up to 200 Archer Midnight aircraft for operations in India. Initial focal cities include Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru.

Revolutionizing Urban Mobility

The ultimate aim is to revolutionize mobility across Indian cities by offering expeditious and efficient transportation solutions. As an illustrative example, a 27 km journey from Connaught Place to Gurugram could witness a substantial reduction from the current 60-90 minutes by car to approximately 7 minutes with Archer’s electric air taxi.

Diverse Applications: Air Taxi Service

Beyond passenger transportation, the alliance envisions a myriad of applications for the electric aircraft. These encompass cargo logistics, medical and emergency services, as well as private company and charter services, marking a holistic approach to transforming the aviation landscape in India.

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