MELBOURNE, Fla. -- Eve Air Mobility has signed a letter of intent with the Japanese helicopter charter outfit AirX Inc for up to 10 firm and up to 40 optional electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, as well as service support and urban air traffic management software.

"We appreciate AirX's trust and confidence in Eve by not only purchasing our eVTOL aircraft, but services and operations solutions and our Vector -- the urban air traffic management software," said Johann Bordais, CEO of Eve. "Japan has been progressive in their approach and interest in eVTOL operations, and we look forward to continuing to expand our relationships and as we support Japan's urban air mobility objectives going forward."

"We are deeply impressed not only by Eve's technological capabilities, but also by their commitment to building an ecosystem," said Kiwamu Tezuka, CEO of AirX. "Our aim is to revolutionize the current industry, making transport services useful and affordable for everyone. By integrating our knowledge, experiences, and existing business platform with Eve's comprehensive solutions, we hope to overcome transportation limitations by advancing eVTOL operations in Japan."

AirX is a digital platform company that provides charter services to the Japanese public via AIROS Skyview. AirX has announced the launch of the Greater Tokyo area's first eVTOL test field, the UAM Centre.

The Asia-Pacific region is an important market for Eve Air Mobility. In addition to Japan, Eve is working closely with customers and operators in Australia, India, and South Korea, among other locations. As the company works with local partners, its goal is to collaboratively build urban air mobility (UAM) ecosystems with its operating partners in each of the intended launch communities.

Eve has letters of intent for nearly 3,000 eVTOL aircraft. The aircraft is planned to enter service in 2026.

Source: Embraer