AIR has unveiled the design for its new 32,000 sq. ft. production facility in Israel. “This purpose-built site is designed to scale our aircraft production capabilities, support simultaneous assembly of up to six eVTOLs, and significantly shorten delivery timelines,” said the company in a press release. The facility will cater for the growing demand for both uncrewed cargo aircraft and the two-seat piloted AIR ONE, which is on track for Light Sport Aircraft (LSA) qualification under the FAA’s upcoming MOSAIC regulatory update, said the company.
The facility includes a full assembly line for AIR’s modular eVTOL platforms; an engineering and systems integration lab; a composites workshop and paint shop; a flight readiness zone for in-house ground testing
“The site also serves as the template for our upcoming U.S.-based manufacturing hub, which will feature an automated line for high-volume production as we expand into our largest market,” said the company.
According to AIR, 15 uncrewed cargo eVTOLs are scheduled for delivery this year; its aircraft have already completed BVLOS cargo missions in remote conditions; a contract with the U.S. Air Force’s Agility Prime programme is actively underway; and over 2,500 preorders have been placed for the piloted AIR ONE
For more information
https://www.airev.aero/post/air-launches-new-production-facility-to-meet-surging-demand-for-evtol-aircraft
(Image: AIR)