Lilium and Atlantic Aviation, a fixed-based operation (FBO) and aviation services provider, have signed an MoU to prepare Atlantic’s network of more than 100 FBOs for the Lilium Jet’s upcoming regional air mobility service launch in the United States.
This strategic partnership will work to ensure seamless compatibility between the Lilium Jet and Atlantic’s network of aviation assets across North America, enabling Advanced Air Mobility operations at current and future locations. Atlantic operates sites at more than 30 airport locations within Lilium’s planned launch markets in Florida, Southern California, the Northeast corridor and Texas.
Lilium and Atlantic will focus on infrastructure deployment and operations, with an eye toward passenger experience, at existing and upcoming sites. Strategic planning will revolve around key drivers including aircraft flight paths, charging capabilities, passenger facilities, operations forecasting, and more. This comprehensive approach will ensure Lilium Jet operators have access to strategic points within Atlantic’s network of aviation facilities, working to both optimise the passenger experience and usher in a new era of air travel.
Lilium’s planned commercialisation approach focuses on manufacturing and selling the Lilium Jet to various individuals and companies for private, premium, and shuttle operations and thereafter providing aftermarket support and services. This go-to-market strategy will allow for a diverse revenue stream and is predicated on aviation facilities being ready for the Lilium Jet, emphasizing the value of partnering with Atlantic.
Lilium’s strategic collaboration with Atlantic will pave the way for a smooth entry into service of the Lilium Jet that will help usher in a new era of regional air transportation that connects travellers from city to city and saves passengers hours in travel time.
