Eve Air Mobility (Eve) has signed a letter of intent with AirX Inc., Japan’s largest public helicopter air charter service, for up to ten firm and up to 40 optional electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. The order will support the continued development and scaling of innovative transportation operations in Japan.
AirX is a pioneer in advanced air mobility in Japan and operates a digital platform offering charter services to the public through AIROS Skyview. The company announced the launch of the Greater Tokyo Area’s first eVTOL test field, the UAM Centre, which builds on its history of providing unique aerial experiences through AIROS Skyview since 2015. This initiative represents a significant milestone in AirX’s journey towards sustainable and accessible urban air mobility (UAM), set to transform air travel in the Tokyo metropolitan area and demonstrate the company’s commitment to innovation and the future of transportation.
The Asia-Pacific region is a key market for Eve Air Mobility. The company continues to establish diverse partnerships and work with customers to introduce a new mode of transportation that alleviates traffic congestion. In addition to Japan, Eve collaborates closely with customers and operators in Australia, India, and South Korea. As the company engages with local partners, its goal is to collaboratively build UAM ecosystems with operating partners in each intended launch community, sharing information and insights as discussions progress.
Eve’s eVTOL aircraft utilises a lift+cruise configuration with eight dedicated propellers for vertical flight and fixed-wings to fly on cruise, with no change in the position of these components during flight. The latest concept includes an electric pusher powered by dual electric motors that provide propulsion redundancy, aiming to ensure the highest levels of performance and safety. While offering numerous advantages, including lower operational costs, fewer parts, optimised structures, and systems, it has been developed to offer efficient thrust with low sound.
Eve’s eVTOL is designed with safety, sustainability, and accessibility in mind, and the company aims to contribute to the future of urban air mobility with its innovative technologies. By partnering with companies such as AirX Inc., Eve continues to expand its presence in key markets and work towards a more connected and efficient future in air travel.
