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US FBOs Invest in eVTOL Infrastructure
Four major U.S. fixed‑base operators announced plans to retrofit airports for eVTOL air taxis, signaling a major step toward urban air mobility.
On October 12, 2025, four major U.S. fixed‑base operator (FBO) groups—Signature Flight Support, Atlantic Aviation, Avflight and Clay Lacy—said they are investing in infrastructure to support eVTOL (electric vertical takeoff and landing) air taxi services. The move targets charging, vertiport readiness and passenger handling as manufacturers push toward first commercial service.
FBOs traditionally serve business jets and private flyers; these operators see an opportunity to extend that role into urban air mobility by adapting hangars, ramps and terminal space. The announcement reflects growing industry momentum as regulators, OEMs and airports prepare for commercial eVTOL deployments.
eVTOL infrastructure upgrades FBOs are planning
Plans vary by operator and airport, but the focus areas are consistent: safe touchdown and takeoff zones, high‑power charging or battery swap access, dedicated passenger flow and ground support that meets new certification and safety standards. FBOs can offer controlled access, existing passenger amenities and staff trained in ground operations—advantages when integrating air taxi services into busy airports.
- Charging and power distribution upgrades for eVTOL infrastructure
- Designated vertiport pads and approach/taxi routing
- Passenger handling areas, ticketing and security flows
- Ground support, crew facilities and operations coordination
Executives at the named FBO groups described the investments as proactive steps rather than immediate rollouts; precise timelines and airport lists were not published with the October 12, 2025 announcement. Industry observers expect pilot commercial networks to appear first at airports with strong business aviation demand and short intercity markets, where eVTOLs can provide time‑saving point‑to‑point links.
For travelers and local authorities, the FBO push signals that infrastructure bottlenecks are being addressed ahead of vehicle certification and commercial launches. As eVTOLs move from flight tests to revenue operations, airports with forward‑looking FBO partners may gain an early edge in the emerging air taxi market.
