Airbus has signed a memorandum of understanding with European helicopter operator Avincis to partner on the development of advanced air mobility (AAM). The companies will collaborate to explore opportunities for operating electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft throughout Europe.
Through the agreement, Airbus and Avincis will focus on defining the concept of operations for eVTOLs in Europe and beyond. Both parties will jointly work to define mission profiles for eVTOL operations in Europe and other target regions as it looks to establish an AAM ecosystem.
""Our partnership with Airbus is an important milestone for Avincis, as we look to the future of emergency air services and the platforms that will support our missions for generations to come,"" said Avincis CEO John Boag. ""eVTOLs will play an important role in our long-term fleet strategy as these technologies continue to evolve to give us further reach and capability in the field.""
Airbus head of urban air mobility Balkiz Sarihan commented: ""Through this collaboration we will explore how eVTOLs can contribute to missions that save lives and protect communities, a shared goal among our two companies.""
Avincis operates a fleet of more than 220 aircraft that serve its aerial emergency services operations.
Airbus partners with Avincis on advanced air mobility
