Archer Aviation Joins White House eVTOL Pilot Program

Archer partners with DOT to prep Midnight air taxi flights, safety, and 2028 LA Olympics plans.

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

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Archer Aviation (ACHR), a leading electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft company, has announced that it will work with the Texas Department of Transportation, the Florida Department of Transportation, and the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey to prepare for flights of its Midnight aircraft under the White House's eVTOL pilot program.

Why it matters

This partnership represents a major step forward for Archer as it works to deploy its Midnight air taxi service, which aims to provide sustainable and efficient urban transportation solutions. The White House eVTOL pilot program is a key initiative to support the development and integration of eVTOL technology, which could have significant implications for the future of transportation, especially in the lead-up to the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

The details

Through this partnership, Archer will work with its government and infrastructure partners to prepare for the safe and successful deployment of its Midnight aircraft, including addressing regulatory requirements, infrastructure needs, and public safety concerns. The company will also collaborate on plans to showcase its eVTOL technology during the 2028 LA Olympics.

  • Archer announced the partnership on March 9, 2026.
  • The White House eVTOL pilot program is an ongoing initiative to support the development and integration of eVTOL technology.

The players

Archer Aviation

A leading electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft company that is developing the Midnight air taxi.

Texas Department of Transportation

A state transportation agency that is partnering with Archer Aviation on the eVTOL pilot program.

Florida Department of Transportation

A state transportation agency that is partnering with Archer Aviation on the eVTOL pilot program.

Port Authority of New York and New Jersey

A regional transportation agency that is partnering with Archer Aviation on the eVTOL pilot program.

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What they’re saying

“We're excited to work with our government partners to prepare for the safe and successful deployment of our Midnight aircraft. This partnership is a major milestone as we work towards our goal of providing sustainable and efficient urban transportation solutions.”

— Adam Goldstein, CEO, Archer Aviation (Seeking Alpha)

What’s next

Archer and its partners will continue to work on regulatory approvals, infrastructure development, and safety protocols to enable the deployment of Midnight air taxis, with a focus on having the service ready for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

The takeaway

Archer's partnership with key government agencies represents a significant step forward in the development and integration of eVTOL technology, which could revolutionize urban transportation and play a crucial role in the 2028 LA Olympics.