South Korean military signs deal to turn flying taxis into troop transports — and the US Air Force could be next…
- Korean Air and Archer will modify the Midnight eVTOL for military use
- Archer handles technical support and certification assistance for the military version
- Midnight eVTOL carries four passengers and travels roughly 100 miles per charge
South Korea is moving ahead with plans to adapt electric flying taxis for military missions after Korean Air reached an agreement with California-based Archer Aviation.
Rather than developing an entirely new aircraft, both companies will modify Archer's existing Midnight eVTOL platform to meet South Korean military standards.
The Midnight eVTOL platform has previously been evaluated by the US Air Force, prompting speculation that the service could eventually pursue a similar aircraft.
Existing aircraft could speed military deployment
Korean Air will oversee modifications required for military operations, while Archer Aviation will provide technical support together with assistance throughout the required airworthiness certification process.
The modification plan will shorten deployment timelines and also reduce some engineering and...
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