What Happened
US Firm Expands Capabilities in Autonomous Flight and UAS
Archer Aviation has signed agreements to acquire Boeing subsidiaries Wisk Aero, SkyGrid, and Insitu, aiming to expand its capabilities in physical AI technology. The acquisition will integrate the autonomous flight expertise developed by Wisk, SkyGrid’s digital air traffic management tools, and Insitu’s unmanned aircraft systems portfolio. The combined technology is expected to bolster Archer’s ZEE AI platform, enabling an end-to-end offering in areas such as air taxis, UAS, and air traffic management. This development was first reported by an unknown source.