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The global Urban Air Mobility (UAM) market is projected to grow from $2.16 billion in 2026 to $16.27 billion by 2035 at a CAGR of 20.9%, driven by eVTOL aircraft adoption, smart city initiatives, and advancements in electric propulsion. North America leads with 26.8% market share, while key players including Joby Aero, Archer Aviation, EHang, and Eve Holding are racing for commercialization and regulatory certification.

Archer Aviation is developing Hawthorne Municipal Airport near Los Angeles as an operational hub for its air-taxi network and innovation center for AI-powered aviation technologies. The company plans airport and hangar redevelopment to support its urban air mobility strategy, joining competitors like Joby Aviation and Eve Holding in building dedicated infrastructure for advanced air mobility operations.