Atlantic Aviation has extended its concession agreement with New York City’s Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) and the City of New York for operations at the East 34th Street Heliport for the next five years. Atlantic will soon begin a project to upgrade utility infrastructure and install charging stations at the heliport to support electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft operations, said the company in a press release.
“This project will include a utility upgrade and expects to facilitate technology-agnostic eVTOL operations from the site via the installation of both Combined Charging System (CCS) and Global Electric Aviation Charging System (GEACS) charging solutions. Atlantic is actively working with partners BETA Technologies, Joby Aviation, Archer Aviation, and others to understand aircraft needs and adapt the site for eVTOL operations. The project will ensure that all certified and site-compliant eVTOL aircraft can land at the heliport and is expected to be completed in time to align with early eVTOL aircraft entry into service dates.
“Atlantic Aviation is firmly committed to continuing our position as the leader in innovation and sustainability within the business aviation industry,” said John Redcay, Chief Commercial and Sustainability Officer at Atlantic Aviation. “Maintaining our presence at the East 34th Street Heliport and expanding infrastructure there to support eVTOL operations aligns with our commitment to community-beneficial transportation solutions and will support New York City on its journey to facilitating quiet and sustainable aviation operations.”
Both Joby Aviation and Archer Aviation plan to partner with Atlantic to begin eVTOL operations at this location in the coming years, especially in connecting with NYC’s airports, leveraging the site’s strategic position in the heart of Manhattan.
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