Surf Air Mobility has signed a firm order for 25 all-electric ALIA CTOL aircraft and has the option to add up to 75 additional aircraft to its order. The aircraft will be introduced into Surf Air Mobility’s platform for regional operations, according to a BETA Technologies press release.
“As part of the strategic partnership, Surf Air Mobility will combine its operating expertise, existing passenger demand, and established airport infrastructure with BETA’s market-leading electric aircraft and charging infrastructure to launch the first commercial electric passenger service in Hawaii. In addition to flight operations, Surf Air Mobility is preparing to operate a new Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) center, which, once certified, will be the exclusive factory-authorized service center for BETA electric aircraft in Hawaii. The MRO facility is anticipated to add a new and growing revenue stream for Surf Air Mobility. The companies also plan to collaborate on the deployment of BETA’s charging and ground support equipment at mutually agreed locations to support Surf Air Mobility’s fleet operations. Surf Air Mobility intends to designate BETA as its preferred supplier for electric ground infrastructure supporting its aircraft.”
Surf Air Mobility expects to initially deploy BETA aircraft for cargo services under Mokulele Airlines in Hawaii, an optimal launch market with frequent travel between islands, short-haul routes, and established airport infrastructure.
Following certification of BETA’s passenger configured ALIA aircraft, Surf Air Mobility plans to be the first Part 135 operator to commercialize electric passenger flights for scheduled service and On Demand charter flights.
.To advance toward launch operations, Surf Air Mobility and BETA will conduct a series of demonstration flights using BETA’s ALIA aircraft in 2026 and work collaboratively to cultivate regulatory and political support for the introduction of this next-generation aviation technology. The companies intend to launch joint marketing and communication initiatives that support Surf Air Mobility’s mobility and software services, and BETA’s aircraft.
Surf Air Mobility will provide BETA aircraft customers who prefer to contract operational and/or aircraft management services for BETA aircraft with operational support across multiple mission profiles, including passenger service, regional cargo operations, and on-demand charter flights.
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