Archer Named Exclusive Air Taxi Partner For The Los Angeles Sports & Entertainment Commission, Will Serve As Official Los Angeles World Cup 2026 Host City Supporter And Official Partner For The Super Bowl LXI Host Committee

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Archer (NYSE: ACHR) was named the exclusive Air Taxi Partner of the Los Angeles Sports & Entertainment Commission on October 22, 2025.

As part of the partnership, Archer is an Official Los Angeles World Cup 2026 Host City Supporter and an Official Super Bowl LXI Host Committee Partner. Archer will engage community leaders and residents, join Host Committee initiatives ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026 and Super Bowl LXI, and expand its Los Angeles presence while laying groundwork for planned air taxi flights before the LA28 Olympic Games.

Archer named executives to local advisory groups and highlighted its Midnight electric air taxi as a quieter, electric alternative to car trips; the company said it plans vertiports and partnerships with airlines and infrastructure providers to prepare for operations in the region.

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Archer secured a high‑visibility partnership with LASEC to showcase its air taxi service at major Los Angeles events ahead of 2028.

Archer gains formal access to large event audiences by becoming LASEC's exclusive Air Taxi Partner and an official supporter for World Cup 2026 and the Super Bowl LXI. This arrangement primarily drives public awareness, stakeholder engagement, and local permitting goodwill as Archer prepares planned vertiports and demonstration flights before the LA28 Olympic Games.

Outcomes hinge on regulatory approvals, community acceptance, infrastructure delivery, and demonstrated aircraft readiness; none of these milestones are confirmed in the release, so the commercial impact remains conditional. Key risks include permitting delays, safety or noise concerns from communities, and timing mismatches between event promotion and operational readiness.

Watch for concrete, monitorable milestones: announced vertiport locations and permits, demonstration flight schedules, formal regulatory clearances, and community engagement outcomes ahead of 2026 and 2028. Expect near‑term visibility gains from marketing during the 2026 World Cup, with operational indicators to watch through 2028.

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Los Angeles Sports & Entertainment Commission (LASEC) today announced Archer (NYSE: ACHR) as its exclusive Air Taxi Partner. As part of this designation, Archer will serve as an Official Los Angeles World Cup 2026 Host City Supporter and an Official Super Bowl LXI Host Committee Partner.

This partnership actively expands Archer's presence in Los Angeles by allowing the company to leverage upcoming global events to build excitement for the arrival of air taxis to the region. In conjunction with LASEC, Archer plans to engage with community leaders, elected officials and millions of Southern California residents as it lays the foundation for its planned air taxi flights ahead of the LA28 Olympic Games.

Archer's partnership with LASEC builds on the company's broader efforts to launch an air taxi network in Los Angeles, connecting key transportation corridors ahead of 2028 and beyond. With vertiports planned across the region and strong partnerships with leading airlines and infrastructure providers, Archer goal is to make air taxis a reality for Los Angeles residents and visitors in the coming years.

In the lead-up to the FIFA World Cup™ in Los Angeles, Archer will support the Host Committee's programs to connect with local communities. Adam Goldstein, Archer's Founder and CEO, will become a member of the ChampionLA Core Leadership Group, and Miles Rogers, Archer's Chief Marketing Officer, will join the LASEC Advisory Board to provide LASEC with additional strategic support.

"Los Angeles is about to host some of the most iconic events in the world and we're honored to join LASEC in support of the mission to ensure those events leave a lasting legacy that benefits the community for decades to come," said Adam Goldstein, Archer's Founder and CEO.

"With so many iconic events on the horizon, we're proud to partner with Archer to highlight the future of urban air mobility and the unique experience it can provide for visitors to Los Angeles," said Kathryn Schloessman, President & CEO of LASEC and CEO of the Los Angeles World Cup 2026 Host Committee. "Archer's Midnight aircraft presents game-changing technology that can help transform the way people get around Los Angeles while reinforcing the city's role as a global leader in forward-thinking, transformative experiences."

Archer's Midnight aircraft is designed to replace long, traffic-congested car trips with safe, quiet electric air taxi flights. With the Los Angeles region set to welcome an influx of fans, athletes, and visitors for the FIFA World Cup™ 2026 and Super Bowl LXI, Archer will use this moment to highlight how electric air taxis are poised to transform urban mobility.

For more information about Archer Aviation and LASEC's initiatives around the upcoming major events, please visit LASEC.net, Losangelesfwc26.com, and archer.com.

About Archer

Archer is designing and developing the key enabling technologies and aircraft necessary to power the future of aviation. To learn more, visit www.archer.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward looking statements regarding Archer's future business plans and goals, including statements regarding Archer's aircraft performance, and Archer's plans to develop, certify, manufacture and commercialize its aircraft and plans relating to its global infrastructure buildout, operations and aircraft use cases. These forward-looking statements are only predictions and may differ materially from actual results due to a variety of factors. The risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ from the results predicted are more fully detailed in Archer's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including its most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K, available at www.sec.gov. In addition, please note that any forward-looking statements contained herein are based on assumptions that Archer believes to be reasonable as of the date of this press release. Archer undertakes no obligation to update these statements as a result of new information or future events.

About the Los Angeles Sports & Entertainment Commission 
The Los Angeles Sports & Entertainment Commission (LASEC) is a non-profit organization officially designated to attract, secure and support high-profile sports and entertainment events in Los Angeles and serves as the lead for the Los Angeles World Cup 2026 and Super Bowl LXI Host Committees. LASEC connects local businesses and communities with these major events to create lasting economic, cultural, and social impact for the region. For more information, visit: LASEC.net

About the Los Angeles World Cup 2026 Host Committee
The Los Angeles World Cup Host Committee was established to deliver a premier FIFA World Cup 26™ experience and drive lasting social, cultural, and economic impact for the region. We serve as the liaison between FIFA and the Los Angeles region to harness opportunities surrounding the tournament to elevate our community. The Host Committee is co-chaired by LAFC Co-President Larry Freedman and former U.S. Men's National Team player Chris Klein, led by the Los Angeles Sports & Entertainment Commission (LASEC), and includes the Los Angeles Rams, SoFi Stadium and Hollywood Park, Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC), and LA Galaxy. For more information, visit losangelesfwc26.com.

About the Los Angeles Super Bowl Host Committee 
The Los Angeles Super Bowl Host Committee has been established to deliver a premier Super Bowl LXI experience and drive lasting social, cultural, and economic impact for the region. We serve as the liaison between the National Football League and Los Angeles to harness the opportunities surrounding the Super Bowl to elevate our community. The Host Committee is led by the Los Angeles Sports & Entertainment Commission (LASEC) and includes SoFi Stadium and Hollywood Park and the Los Angeles Rams.

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FAQ

What did Archer (ACHR) announce on October 22, 2025 about Los Angeles partnerships?

Archer announced it was named the exclusive Air Taxi Partner of the Los Angeles Sports & Entertainment Commission and an official supporter/partner for World Cup 2026 and Super Bowl LXI.

How does Archer plan to use the World Cup 2026 and Super Bowl LXI events in Los Angeles (ACHR)?

Archer will engage community leaders and support Host Committee programs to build awareness ahead of planned air taxi flights and LA28 preparations.

Which Archer executives will join Los Angeles advisory groups after the Oct 22, 2025 announcement?

Adam Goldstein, Archer founder and CEO, will join the ChampionLA Core Leadership Group and Miles Rogers, chief marketing officer, will join the LASEC Advisory Board.

What aircraft will Archer (ACHR) highlight in its Los Angeles partnership activities?

Archer will highlight its Midnight electric air taxi, described as a quieter, electric alternative aimed at replacing long, traffic-congested car trips.

Will Archer operate air taxi flights in Los Angeles immediately after the Oct 22, 2025 partnership?

No immediate commercial flights were announced; the partnership focuses on planning, community engagement, vertiport development, and preparing ahead of LA28.

Where can investors find more information about Archer's Los Angeles initiatives mentioned on Oct 22, 2025?

The announcement directs readers to LASEC.net, Losangelesfwc26.com, and archer.com for more information.