SAI Flight pre-orders 10 SkyDrive aircraft
SkyDrive, South Carolina-based operator SAI Flight and Greenville Downtown Airport have signed an agreement to jointly explore eVTOL aircraft services in the region, including a 10 aircraft pre-order.
The collaboration will focus on air-cargo, air taxi and emergency service use cases, according to SkyDrive. Services will originate from Greenville Downtown Airport with support of both the Greenville City Economic Development Corporation and the Greenville Area Development Corporation. Suggested routes include to the city centre and the Greenville–Spartanburg International Airport.
Tomohiro Fukuzawa, CEO of SkyDrive said: “This partnership marks a significant milestone in our efforts to drive business growth in South Carolina, where we have been actively expanding since 2023. It presents a valuable opportunity to accelerate our expansion and bring Advanced Air Mobility solutions to the region. We are deeply grateful to Greenville Downtown Airport and SAI Flight for their support and collaboration.”
Hunter Cuthbertson III, president of SAI Flight added: “At SAI Flight, we see this partnership as a vital step toward enhancing our business model and delivering greater value to our customers. By joining forces with SkyDrive and Greenville Downtown Airport, we are positioned to offer cutting-edge, sustainable air travel solutions that complement our existing services. This collaboration not only allows us to expand our range of on-demand transportation options but also aligns with our commitment to advancing sustainable practices in the aviation sector.”
Since establishing its US base in January 2023, SkyDrive has been actively expanding into the North American market.
Harry Lightsey, Secretary of Commerce at State of South Carolina Department of Commerce said:“For the past two years, we have proudly partnered with SkyDrive in the Lowcountry, as they exemplify South Carolina’s vision of being the new home of American innovation. SkyDrive’s AAM solutions are set to transform the future of aviation, and we are excited to see this pioneering technology take root in our state.”
