Archer Aviation (ACHR) files motion to dismiss complaint by Joby Aero

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Archer Aviation Inc. reported that on January 23, 2026, it filed a motion to dismiss a previously disclosed complaint brought by Joby Aero, Inc.. This step is part of an ongoing legal dispute between the two companies. No court hearing on Archer’s motion has been scheduled yet. Archer states that it intends to continue to vigorously defend the matter as the case progresses.

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d)

of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 23, 2026

Archer Aviation Inc.

(Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter)

Delaware

001-39668

85-2730902

(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)

(Commission File Number)

(IRS Employer Identification No.)

190 West Tasman Drive
San Jose, CA						95134
(Address of principal executive offices)						(Zip Code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: 650-272-3233

N/A

(Former Name or Former Address, if Changed Since Last Report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class

Trading Symbol(s)

Name of each exchange on which registered

Class A common stock, par value $0.0001 per share

ACHR

New York Stock Exchange

Warrants, each whole warrant exercisable for one share of Class A common stock at an exercise price of $11.50 per share

ACHR WS

New York Stock Exchange

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company  o

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act.  o

Item 8.01 Other Events

On January 23, 2026, Archer Aviation Inc. (the “Company”) filed a motion to dismiss the complaint filed by Joby Aero, Inc. against the Company, as previously disclosed on November 21, 2025. No hearing on the motion has been scheduled at this time. The Company intends to continue to vigorously defend this matter.

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

			ARCHER AVIATION INC.
Date: January 26, 2026			By:			/s/ Eric Lentell
			Name:			Eric Lentell
			Title:			Chief Legal & Strategy Officer

FAQ

What legal action did Archer Aviation (ACHR) report in this 8-K?

Archer Aviation reported that on January 23, 2026, it filed a motion to dismiss the complaint brought by Joby Aero, Inc..

Who is involved in the legal dispute with Archer Aviation (ACHR)?

The legal dispute involves Archer Aviation Inc. and Joby Aero, Inc., which previously filed a complaint against Archer.

Has a hearing been scheduled for Archer Aviation’s motion to dismiss?

No. The company states that no hearing on its motion to dismiss has been scheduled at this time.

How does Archer Aviation (ACHR) describe its approach to the Joby Aero complaint?

Archer Aviation says it intends to continue to vigorously defend the matter.

When was the Joby Aero complaint against Archer Aviation first disclosed?

Archer notes that the complaint by Joby Aero, Inc. was previously disclosed on November 21, 2025.

Did Archer Aviation disclose any financial terms related to this legal matter?

This disclosure focuses on the procedural step of filing a motion to dismiss and does not include financial terms.