Aerospace

Archer’s Midnight eVTOL to Make European Debut at Paris Air Show 2023

Archer Aviation Inc. and Stellantis N.V. will attend the 54th Paris Air Show, beginning June 19, 2023, to highlight progress on scaling manufacturing of Archer’s Midnight eVTOL aircraft as Archer gets ready for projected commercialization in 2025.

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The eVTOL aircraft on display at the Paris Air Show will be Archer’s Midnight, which will be situated in the middle of the Air Mobility exhibition in Hall 5 at Le Bourget Airport. The Paris Air Show’s Air Mobility event, devoted to the newest advancements and upcoming technologies in eVTOL, will bring together significant actors in this industry for three days of debates on the development of advanced air mobility and its implications for the future of aerospace.

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The Midnight aircraft will be introduced to the market at scale mainly to this exceptional relationship between Archer and Stellantis in the eVTOL aircraft sector. Stellantis is bringing sophisticated manufacturing technology and expertise, experienced staff, and finance to the alliance to supplement Archer’s world-class team of eVTOL aircraft, electric powertrain, and certification experts.

With this combination, Archer hopes to fulfil its commercialization goals by scaling up aircraft production quickly. At the same time, Archer hopes to strengthen its route to commercialization by avoiding spending hundreds of millions of dollars on the manufacturing ramp-up phase.

Aerospace

Boeing Transfers Rocket Stage to NASA, Paving Way for Human Moon Mission

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Boeing has achieved a significant milestone by providing NASA with the second core stage of the Space Launch System (SLS) rocket.

This crucial component, crafted at NASA’s Michoud Assembly Facility (MAF), is set to propel the Artemis II crew into lunar orbit, marking humanity’s return to deep space after a 50-year hiatus.

The monumental Boeing-built rocket stage, the largest element of the Artemis II mission, will embark on a journey aboard the Pegasus barge, traveling 900 miles to NASA’s Kennedy Space Center.

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Upon arrival, it will be meticulously integrated with other essential Artemis II components, including the upper stage, solid rocket boosters, and NASA’s Orion spacecraft within the iconic Vehicle Assembly Building. This intricate integration process is a vital step toward the eagerly anticipated Artemis II launch, slated for 2025.

“Boeing-built products helped land humankind on the moon in 1969, and we’re proud to continue that legacy through the Artemis generation,” remarked Dave Dutcher, vice president and program manager for Boeing’s SLS program. “Together, with NASA and our industry partners and suppliers, we are building the world’s most capable rocket and paving the way to deep space through America’s rocket factory in New Orleans.”

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The delivery of Core Stage 2 marks a significant achievement in the evolution of the SLS rocket. Towering over 200 feet and powered by four RS-25 engines, this core stage, coupled with two solid-fueled booster rockets, will generate a staggering 8.8 million pounds of thrust. This immense power is crucial to launching Artemis II and future missions into the vast expanse of space.

The SLS rocket stands unparalleled in its capability to transport both crew and substantial cargo to the moon and beyond in a single launch. Its extraordinary capacity will facilitate the delivery of human-rated spacecraft, habitats, and scientific missions to destinations including the moon and Mars, ushering in a new era of space exploration.