United launches eVTOL Air Taxi service to O’Hare in 2025

Digital Aviation, Sp.- Archer Aviation And United Airlines announced plans to launch it Chicago’s first taxi route, between O’Hare International Airport (ORD) and Vertiport Chicago. Vertiport Chicago, the largest vertical take-off and landing facility in North America, is located in the Illinois Medical District near the Chicago Loop. This location was chosen as the take-off and landing site for this airport to downtown route for its convenience, accessibility and unparalleled service. From there, passengers will be able to travel to and from ORD on the Archer Midnight Airplane in about 10 minutes. A similar car trip can take over an hour or more during rush hour..

As stated by the company, United and Archer’s goal for their UAM network is to provide residents and visitors of the Chicago metropolitan area with a safe, sustainable, low-noise, and cost-competitive alternative to ground transportation by 2025. That is, and Chicago is the third most populous city in the United States, which makes it the city “unique opportunity” For Archer and United. The first launch routes will focus on shuttle service from the airport to the city centre, known as “trunk” routes. Once the main trails are established, the next step will be to create “feeder” roads that will connect to the surrounding communities.

“Both Archer and United are committed to decarbonizing air travel and leveraging innovative technologies to deliver on the promise of electrification of the aviation industry.”said Michael Leskinen, president of United Airlines Ventures. “Once run, We are passionate about offering our customers a more sustainable way of transportationConvenient and profitable during your trips to the airport ».

“Technological innovation thrives here in Chicago, and this partnership between Archer and United is another example of that strength.”Chicago Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot said. This exciting new technology will decarbonize our transportation, taking us a step forward in our fight against climate change. I am delighted that Chicagoans are among the first in the country to experience this innovative and convenient way to travel.”.

Here in Illinois, we are taking bold steps to lead the clean revolution. We are paving the way for a more sustainable future for our country, our nation and our world.”Narrated by Governor JB Pritzker. “I can think of no better team than Archer and United to collaborate on our work to ensure that existing aviation infrastructure can support this exciting new form of transportation. This partnership is just another way we are achieving our goal of transitioning to 100% clean energy by 2050.while saving Illinois residents money and creating thousands of well-paying jobs in the process.”.

“We are excited to add Chicago to our growing list of primary launch cities as we continue to solidify plans for our UAM network.”said Archer founder and CEO Adam Goldstein. “We look forward to working with state and municipal leaders To provide an innovative transportation solution for the City of Chicago and surrounding communities”.

For his part, the CEO of Vertipor Chicago said, Daniel Mojica-I assure you Vertiport Chicago is excited to join United Airlines and Archer in the commuter revolution in Chicago. This partnership will inspire other cities to plan cutting-edge transportation solutions.”.