double_m
8 hours ago
Abu Dhabi to launch commercial electric air taxis
Story by GlobalData • 9Dec24 • 10:00
Archer Aviation has announced a multiparty collaboration with key United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Abu Dhabi entities to advance the establishment of commercial electric vertical-take-off and landing (eVTOL) air taxi services in the UAE capital.
Abu Dhabi is claimed to become the first city in the Middle East and North Africa to launch these types of services.
The Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO), a principal signatory, will coordinate with various domestic bodies to prepare for the scheme's commercial launch.
The ecosystem for eVTOL development includes Abu Dhabi Airports, Falcon Aviation Services, Etihad Aviation Training, the UAE's General Civil Aviation Authority, Global Air Navigation Services, Global Aerospace Logistics, and the Integrated Transport Centre.
The collaboration delineates the roles and responsibilities of each party, setting the stage for definitive agreements between Archer and the commercial stakeholders.
This partnership builds upon a previous agreement with the ADIO to expedite the commercialisation of air taxis in the region.
ADIO director general Badr Al-Olama said: “We are pleased to see leading members of Abu Dhabi’s aviation sector collaborating with Archer to support the launch of air taxis in the emirate. This partnership marks a major milestone in the efforts led by Abu Dhabi’s Smart and Autonomous Systems Council to accelerate smart and advanced mobility solutions, further solidifying the emirate’s position as a global leader in smart and autonomous vehicles.”
Abu Dhabi Airports managing director and CEO Elena Sorlini added: “We are proud to support this pioneering collaboration, marking a significant step towards sustainable urban mobility in Abu Dhabi. This partnership reinforces our commitment to innovation and positions the emirate as a global leader in next-gen transportation, ensuring seamless connectivity for future passengers.”
In May this year, Archer Aviation launched its battery pack manufacturing site, the first of two facilities set to be completed in 2024.
"Abu Dhabi to launch commercial electric air taxis" was originally created and published by Airport Technology, a GlobalData owned brand.
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stocksrising
1 week ago
here's the full monty( ps.- buying on pullback, back to double digits closer to dec. 20th)
ARCHER AVIATION INC.
190 W. Tasman Drive
San Jose, California 95134
NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING OF STOCKHOLDERS
TO BE HELD FRIDAY, DECEMBER 20, 2024
The Special Meeting of Stockholders (the “Special Meeting”) of Archer Aviation Inc., a Delaware corporation (the “Company,” “we”, “our” or “us”), will be held virtually on Friday, December 20, 2024, 12:00 p.m. Pacific Time. You will be able to attend the Special Meeting online and submit your questions during the meeting by visiting www.virtualshareholdermeeting.com/ACHR2024SM and entering your 16-digit control number included on your proxy card or on the instructions that accompanied your proxy materials. The Special Meeting will be held for the following purposes:
1.
To approve an amendment to the Company’s Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation, dated as of September 16, 2021 (the “Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation”), to increase the number of authorized shares of the Company’s Class A common stock, par value $0.0001 per share (the “Class A Common Stock”) available for issuance from 700,000,000 to 1,400,000,000 (such proposal, the “Authorized Share Proposal”);
2.
To approve the issuance of 2,982,089 shares of Class A Common Stock (the “Stellantis Subscription Shares”) to Stellantis N.V. (“Stellantis”) pursuant to that certain Subscription Agreement, dated as of August 8, 2024, by and between the Company and Stellantis (the “Stellantis Subscription Agreement”) and the issuance of Class A Common Stock pursuant to the Stellantis Forward Issuance Agreement (as defined below), and the Stellantis Warrants (as defined below) in accordance with the listing rules of the New York Stock Exchange (the “NYSE”) (such proposal, the "Stellantis Share Issuance Proposal”);
3.
To approve an amendment to the Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation to add certain foreign ownership limitations to establish restrictions imposed by federal law related to U.S. air carriers (such proposal, the “U.S. Air Carrier Ownership Amendment Proposal”);
4.
To approve a proposal to adjourn the Special Meeting to a later date or dates, if necessary or appropriate, to permit further solicitation and vote of proxies in the event that there are insufficient votes for, or otherwise in connection with, the approval of the Authorized Share Proposal, the Stellantis Share Issuance Proposal or the U.S. Air Carrier Ownership Amendment Proposal (such proposal, the “Adjournment Proposal”); and
5.
To transact such other business as may properly come before the Special Meeting or any continuation, postponement, or adjournment of the Special Meeting.
Holders of record of our Class A Common Stock and our Class B common stock, par value $0.0001 per share (the “Class B Common Stock”), as of the close of business on October 30, 2024 (the “Record Date”) are entitled to notice of and to vote at the Special Meeting, or any continuation, postponement, or adjournment of the Special Meeting. Each share of Class A Common Stock that you own represents one vote and each share of Class B Common Stock that you own represents ten votes. For questions regarding your stock ownership, you should contact your broker or, alternatively, if you do not hold shares through a broker, you may contact us at legal@archer.com, or our transfer agent, Continental Stock Transfer & Trust Company, through its website at https://continentalstock.com, by phone at (212) 509-4000, or by e-mail at cstmail@continentalstock.com. For ten days prior to the Special Meeting, a complete list of the stockholders entitled to vote at the Special Meeting will be available for examination by any stockholder for any purpose relating to the Special Meeting during ordinary business hours at our headquarters, at 190 W. Tasman Drive, San Jose, California 95134. The Special Meeting may be continued, postponed, or adjourned from time to time without notice other than by announcement at the Special Meeting.
It is important that your shares be represented regardless of the number of shares you may hold. Whether or not you plan to attend the Special Meeting online, we urge you to vote your shares via the toll-free telephone number or over the Internet, as described in the enclosed materials, or by signing, dating and mailing the enclosed proxy card in the enclosed return envelope. Promptly voting your shares will ensure the presence of a quorum at the Special Meeting and will save us the expense of further solicitation. Submitting your proxy now will not prevent you from voting your shares at the Special Meeting if you desire to do so, as your proxy is revocable at your option.
double_m
2 weeks ago
Archer Aviation Stock Rallies On Insider Buying Disclosure: Retail Stays Bullish
Shares of Archer Aviation Inc ($ACHR), a company specializing in electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, surged nearly 17% on Wednesday after investors cheered insider buying in the stock.
According to an SEC filing, director Deborah Diaz purchased 5,150 shares of the company at a price of $7.48, amounting to $38,522. Following the share purchase, Diaz now owns 98,886 shares of the company.
In the wake of the disclosure, Archer Aviation became the eighth most trending ticker on Stocktwits on Wednesday. Retail sentiment on Stocktwits continued to trend in the ‘bullish’ territory (65/100), accompanied by high retail chatter.
Retail chatter on Stocktwits indicated a lot of bullishness on the stock.
The company recently announced Talib Alhinai as its UAE lead. Alhinai, who currently serves on the board for the GCAA, the UAE’s aviation regulator, will be responsible for spearheading the planned launch of Archer’s electric air taxis in the region, the company said.
Meanwhile, during the third quarter, the company had announced a net loss of $115.3 million with cash and cash equivalents of $501.7 million.
Archer had said that going into 2025, its focus is on building piloted, type-design aircraft for use in testing and early commercial deployment. The firm also highlighted that it is nearing completion of Phase 3 of the FAA’s 4-phase type certification process while continuing to rapidly advance through Phase 4, the final phase to secure type certification.
Shares of Archer have gained over 41% on a year-to-date basis.
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blackcat
2 weeks ago
As always, do your own DD.
Billionaire Israel Englander Is Selling Nvidia and Palantir and Buying a New Stock That Wall Street Thinks Can Soar as Much as 151%
A new exciting EV play
During the third quarter, Millennium purchased more than 3.2 million shares in electric aircraft maker Archer Aviation (NYSE: ACHR) for a total value of about $9.8 million, making Millennium the 11th-largest holder of the stock.
Archer is one of two companies trying to launch air taxis for commercial use in select U.S. cities to help ease traffic congestion. The company's Midnight electric aircraft can carry out consecutive 20- to 50-mile flights with minimal charge time and transport up to four passengers in addition to the pilot. They also supposedly make minimal noise.
Archer has already achieved some key regulatory milestones including receiving the final airworthiness criteria from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and conducting 400 test flights ahead of schedule. In August, Archer also announced a planned air taxi network in Los Angeles that could replace one- or two- hour drives with 10- and 20-minute flights. The company has also forged deals to develop a network with Southwest Airlines. Timing is going to be uncertain, but the launch of commercial flights and networks in select cities is not out of the question in 2025.
Wall Street seems to like the company's plan, with an average price target of $9.38 among four analysts covering the stock, which implies 88% upside from current levels. The most bullish analyst has a $12.50 price target, implying upside of 151%. Understand that investing in a stock like Archer Aviation is equivalent to investing in a late-stage start-up. The company is not profitable yet. However, the risk-reward proposition is favorable, so investors could see substantial gains if things go well. If Archer can get off the ground, it could gain significant share in a potentially lucrative market.