The futuristic dream of passenger electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft zipping through the skies is moving closer to reality. Archer Aviation (ACHR -7.40%) expects to deploy a fleet of its "Midnight" eVTOL to an international customer later this year, ahead of an anticipated certification by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in the U.S.Market excitement regarding these milestones has sent shares of the eVTOL start-up soaring more than 160% in the past six months. On the other hand ...

Detroit, March 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Stratview Research, a leading global business consulting firm specialising in mobility and composites consulting, has released the highly anticipated 2025 edition of its popular thought leadership report, “eVTOLs: The New ‘Vertical’ for the Composites Industry.” Published on its insights platform — Composights, this latest edition reflects the dynamic shifts in the eVTOL industry since the original 2022 release, offering stakeholders in the eVTOL and composites in ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company raised $270 million in 2024 through a mix of debt and equity instruments, enhancing its liquidity position to $429 million, which is three times its 2024 cash consumption [10][26]. - The net loss reported for Q4 2024 was $40 million, with a total annual loss of $138 million [29]. - Cash flow from operations consumed $40 million in Q4 and $141 million for the full year, aligning with the guidance range of $130 to $170 million [30]. Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company invested $34 million in program development during Q4 and $130 million for the full year, primarily focused on eVTOL development [28]. - The total pre-order backlog stands at approximately 2,800 aircraft, valued at around $14 billion, with non-binding letters of intent from 28 customers across nine countries [21][22]. Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company has secured contracts with 14 customers for its Eve TechCare suite, potentially generating up to $1.6 billion in revenue over the first few years of operation [22]. - There are 21 customers for the air traffic management solution, Vector, indicating a strong market position [23]. Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on developing a complete eVTOL solution, including design, manufacturing, sales, and maintenance services [28]. - Plans for 2025 include concluding ground test phases and initiating flight test campaigns, with a goal to have the first flight by mid-2025 [32][34]. Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management emphasized the importance of certification progress for customer confidence in purchasing vehicles, indicating that the order book is fluid and subject to changes based on market conditions [50][52]. - The company is actively engaging with certification authorities to ensure a harmonized certification process across different regions [63]. Other Important Information - The company completed the assembly of its full-scale engineering prototype and is preparing for flight tests [12][18]. - The Basis of Certification by ANAC has been published, establishing airworthiness criteria for eVTOL in Brazil [11]. Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you provide more color on the cash burn for this year? - The company expects cash burn to increase to between $200 million and $250 million in 2025, primarily focused on eVTOL development and production facility investments [40][42]. Question: Can you discuss the order book and LOIs converting? - The order book decreased from 2,900 to 2,800 aircraft, but the dollar amount remains significant. The company is focused on customer solutions beyond just the vehicle [49][51]. Question: What are the differences between the current prototype and the conforming prototypes? - The current prototype is a simplified unmanned vehicle, while conforming prototypes will have the necessary redundancies and safety levels for certification [56][57]. Question: How many prototypes are expected to be built for certification? - The company plans to build five prototypes for the certification campaign, similar to previous Embraer programs [65]. Question: Will the CapEx cover the full build of the manufacturing facility? - The total CapEx for the manufacturing plant is expected to be around $100 million, with the majority spent in 2026 [71]. Question: Is the TechCare offering actively marketed? - The TechCare offering is being marketed to customers, focusing on ensuring operational availability and optimized operating costs [75]. Question: Are there investments being made in infrastructure for eVTOLs? - The company is working with authorities and private companies to ensure the necessary infrastructure is in place for eVTOL operations [80].

Archer Aviation TodayACHRArcher Aviation$7.52 -0.04 (-0.46%) 52-Week Range$2.82▼$12.48Price Target$11.61Add to WatchlistArcher Aviation NYSE: ACHR has signaled a significant shift toward commercialization with its Q4 2024 earnings report and the start of its "Launch Edition" program. This strategic move highlights the company's transition from research and development to active preparation for market entry. However, this progress is accompanied by stock price volatility and mixed analyst sentiment. While A ...