Texas-based Atlantic Aviation is building aircraft charging infrastructure at a New York heliport to support electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) operations.

Atlantic has extended its concession agreement with New York’s Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) for operations at the East 34th Street Heliport for the next five years.

Located on Manhattan’s East River waterfront, the heliport supports helicopter operations in and around New York city and serves as a facility to handle flights for the adjacent NYU Langone Health Center.

In keeping with NYCEDC’s mission of delivering sustainable infrastructure for communities and the city’s future economy, Atlantic will soon begin a project to upgrade utility infrastructure and install charging stations at the heliport to support eVTOL aircraft operations. This project will include a utility upgrade and expects to facilitate technology-agnostic eVTOL operations from the site via the installation of Combined Charging System (CCS) and Global Electric Aviation Charging System (GEACS) charging.

Atlantic is working with partners Beta Technologies, Joby Aviation, Archer Aviation and others to understand aircraft needs and adapt the site for eVTOL operations. The project will ensure that all certified and site-compliant eVTOL aircraft can land at the heliport and is expected to be completed in time to align with early eVTOL aircraft entry into service dates.

“Atlantic Aviation is firmly committed to continuing our position as the leader in innovation and sustainability within the business aviation industry,” said John Redcay, chief commercial officer at Atlantic Aviation (www.atlanticaviation.com). “Maintaining our presence at the East 34th Street Heliport and expanding infrastructure there to support eVTOL operations aligns with our commitment to community-beneficial transportation and will support New York on its journey to facilitating quiet and sustainable aviation operations.”

NYCEDC (edc.nyc) CEO Andrew Kimball added: “New York is leading the way in embracing this exciting new technology – electric vertical takeoff and landing – that will bring significant quality of life improvements for New Yorkers and new sustainable transportation. NYCEDC looks forward to working with Atlantic Aviation in our continued partnership as they ready East 34th Street for quieter and greener helicopter alternatives and ensuring this site is a true asset for New Yorkers.”

New York is poised to be a key market for early eVTOL operations, and Atlantic’s project at the heliport will play a role in the region’s introduction of these innovative aircraft. Both Joby Aviation (www.jobyaviation.com) and Archer Aviation (archer.com) plan to partner with Atlantic to begin eVTOL operations at this location in the coming years, especially in connecting with New York’s airports, leveraging the site’s position in the heart of Manhattan. These operations should enhance urban mobility by offering faster, quieter and more sustainable travel options for New York’s residents and visitors.