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Archer Aviation (ACHR) CEO awarded 788,552 deferred restricted stock units

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Goldstein Adam D reported acquisition or exercise transactions in this Form 4 filing.

Archer Aviation Inc. reported that Chief Executive Officer Adam D. Goldstein received a grant of 788,552 Deferred Restricted Stock Units. Each unit represents a contingent right to receive one share of Class A common stock, provided he remains in service through the applicable vesting dates.

The award vests in 12 equal installments, with 1/12 of the units vesting quarterly on each August 15, November 15, March 1, and May 15. Once vested, the units are scheduled to settle in shares during calendar year 2031 on a date the company determines, though settlement can occur earlier upon death, disability, separation from service, a Change in Control, or an unforeseeable emergency. Following this grant, Goldstein holds 788,552 such units directly.

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Insider Goldstein Adam D
Role Chief Executive Officer
Type Security Shares Price Value
Grant/Award Deferred Restricted Stock Units 788,552 $0.00 --
Holdings After Transaction: Deferred Restricted Stock Units — 788,552 shares (Direct, null)
Footnotes (1)
  1. Each restricted stock unit represents a contingent right to receive one share of the Issuer's Class A Common Stock, subject to the reporting person's continued service to the Issuer as of the applicable vesting date. The award shall vest as to 1/12 of the total award quarterly on each of August 15th, November 15th, March 1st, and May 15th. Once time-vested, the restricted stock units will be settled for shares of the Issuer's Class A Common Stock during calendar year 2031 on a date to be determined by the Issuer. (Continued from footnote (2)) Notwithstanding the aforementioned deferral period, once vested, deferred stock units will automatically settle earlier upon the earliest to occur of: (i) the reporting person's death, disability, or separation from service with the Issuer, (ii) a Change in Control (as defined under the Issuer's 2021 Amended and Restated Equity Incentive Plan) or (iii) the occurrence of an "unforeseeable emergency" (as defined under Section 409A of the Internal Revenue Code). The events described in subclauses (i), (ii), and (iii) of the preceding sentence are referred to herein as the "Extraordinary Settlement Events." If an Extraordinary Settlement Event occurs before the applicable vesting date, then settlement will occur instead on the applicable vesting date. These restricted stock units do not expire; they either vest or are cancelled prior to the vesting date.
Deferred RSU grant size 788,552 units Grant of Deferred Restricted Stock Units to CEO on May 15, 2026
Grant price per unit $0.00 per unit Compensation grant, no purchase price paid
Underlying Class A shares 788,552 shares Each unit represents one share of Class A common stock
Post-grant RSU holdings 788,552 units Total Deferred RSUs held directly after this transaction
Scheduled settlement window Calendar year 2031 Vested units to settle for shares during 2031 unless earlier events apply
Vesting installments 12 quarterly tranches 1/12 of the award vests on each August 15, November 15, March 1, and May 15
Deferred Restricted Stock Units financial
"security_title: Deferred Restricted Stock Units"
Deferred restricted stock units are promises by a company to give employees or executives company shares at a future date, subject to conditions like continued employment or performance targets; the delivery and tax event are intentionally delayed. They matter to investors because they affect when new shares may be issued and how executives are motivated—like a paycheck held in escrow that vests over time, influencing potential share dilution and management behavior.
Class A Common Stock financial
"underlying_security_title: Class A Common Stock"
Class A common stock is a category of a company’s shares that carries a specific set of ownership rights—most commonly defined voting power and claims on dividends—set out in the company’s charter. For investors it matters because the class determines how much influence you have over corporate decisions, the share’s likely dividend and trading behavior, and how it compares in value to other share classes, like choosing a particular seat with different privileges at the company’s decision-making table.
Change in Control financial
"a Change in Control (as defined under the Issuer's 2021 Amended and Restated Equity Incentive Plan)"
A "change in control" occurs when the ownership or management of a company shifts significantly, such as through a merger, acquisition, or sale of a large part of its assets. This change can impact how the company is run and may influence its future direction. For investors, it matters because it can affect the company's stability, strategy, and value, often signaling potential changes in investment risk or opportunity.
2021 Amended and Restated Equity Incentive Plan financial
"as defined under the Issuer's 2021 Amended and Restated Equity Incentive Plan"
Section 409A of the Internal Revenue Code financial
"an "unforeseeable emergency" (as defined under Section 409A of the Internal Revenue Code)"
Form 4 Insider Transactions: What Each Field Means →
SEC Form 4
FORM 4UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN BENEFICIAL OWNERSHIP

Filed pursuant to Section 16(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
or Section 30(h) of the Investment Company Act of 1940
OMB APPROVAL
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Check this box if no longer subject to Section 16. Form 4 or Form 5 obligations may continue. See Instruction 1(b).
Check this box to indicate that a transaction was made pursuant to a contract, instruction or written plan for the purchase or sale of equity securities of the issuer that is intended to satisfy the affirmative defense conditions of Rule 10b5-1(c). See Instruction 10.
1. Name and Address of Reporting Person*
Goldstein Adam D
(Last)(First)(Middle)
C/O ARCHER AVIATION INC.
190 WEST TASMAN DRIVE
(Street)
SAN JOSE CALIFORNIA 95134
(City)(State)(Zip)
UNITED STATES
(Country)		2. Issuer Name and Ticker or Trading Symbol
Archer Aviation Inc. [ ACHR ] 		5. Relationship of Reporting Person(s) to Issuer
(Check all applicable)
XDirector10% Owner
XOfficer (give title below)Other (specify below)
Chief Executive Officer
2a. Foreign Trading Symbol
3. Date of Earliest Transaction (Month/Day/Year)
05/15/2026		6. Individual or Joint/Group Filing (Check Applicable Line)
XForm filed by One Reporting Person
Form filed by More than One Reporting Person
4. If Amendment, Date of Original Filed (Month/Day/Year)

Table I - Non-Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned
1. Title of Security (Instr. 3) 2. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)2A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)3. Transaction Code (Instr. 8) 4. Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed Of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5) 5. Amount of Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 3 and 4) 6. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4) 7. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
CodeVAmount(A) or (D)Price
Table II - Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned
(e.g., puts, calls, warrants, options, convertible securities)
1. Title of Derivative Security (Instr. 3) 2. Conversion or Exercise Price of Derivative Security 3. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)3A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)4. Transaction Code (Instr. 8) 5. Number of Derivative Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5) 6. Date Exercisable and Expiration Date (Month/Day/Year)7. Title and Amount of Securities Underlying Derivative Security (Instr. 3 and 4) 8. Price of Derivative Security (Instr. 5) 9. Number of derivative Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 4) 10. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4) 11. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
CodeV(A)(D)Date ExercisableExpiration DateTitleAmount or Number of Shares
Deferred Restricted Stock Units(1)05/15/2026A788,552 (2)(3) (4)Class A Common Stock788,552$0788,552D
Explanation of Responses:
1. Each restricted stock unit represents a contingent right to receive one share of the Issuer's Class A Common Stock, subject to the reporting person's continued service to the Issuer as of the applicable vesting date.
2. The award shall vest as to 1/12 of the total award quarterly on each of August 15th, November 15th, March 1st, and May 15th. Once time-vested, the restricted stock units will be settled for shares of the Issuer's Class A Common Stock during calendar year 2031 on a date to be determined by the Issuer.
3. (Continued from footnote (2)) Notwithstanding the aforementioned deferral period, once vested, deferred stock units will automatically settle earlier upon the earliest to occur of: (i) the reporting person's death, disability, or separation from service with the Issuer, (ii) a Change in Control (as defined under the Issuer's 2021 Amended and Restated Equity Incentive Plan) or (iii) the occurrence of an "unforeseeable emergency" (as defined under Section 409A of the Internal Revenue Code). The events described in subclauses (i), (ii), and (iii) of the preceding sentence are referred to herein as the "Extraordinary Settlement Events." If an Extraordinary Settlement Event occurs before the applicable vesting date, then settlement will occur instead on the applicable vesting date.
4. These restricted stock units do not expire; they either vest or are cancelled prior to the vesting date.
/s/ Eric Lentell, Attorney-in-Fact for Adam D. Goldstein05/19/2026
** Signature of Reporting PersonDate
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* Form 4: SEC 1474 (03-26)

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FAQ

What insider transaction did Archer Aviation (ACHR) disclose for its CEO?

Archer Aviation disclosed that CEO Adam D. Goldstein received 788,552 Deferred Restricted Stock Units as compensation. Each unit can convert into one share of Class A common stock, subject to time-based vesting and later settlement conditions.

How many Deferred Restricted Stock Units did the Archer Aviation CEO receive?

Adam D. Goldstein received a grant of 788,552 Deferred Restricted Stock Units at a price of $0.00 per unit. These units represent a right to receive the same number of Class A common shares if vesting and settlement conditions are satisfied.

What is the vesting schedule for the Archer Aviation CEO’s 788,552 RSUs?

The 788,552 units vest in 12 equal installments, with 1/12 of the award vesting quarterly on August 15, November 15, March 1, and May 15. Vesting requires continued service with Archer Aviation through each applicable vesting date.

When will the Archer Aviation CEO’s vested RSUs settle into Class A shares?

Once vested, the restricted stock units are scheduled to settle into Class A common shares during calendar year 2031 on a date chosen by Archer Aviation. Settlement can occur earlier if specified extraordinary events occur.

What events can cause earlier settlement of Archer Aviation’s deferred RSUs?

After vesting, settlement can occur earlier upon the CEO’s death, disability, or separation from service, a Change in Control under the 2021 Amended and Restated Equity Incentive Plan, or an unforeseeable emergency under Section 409A rules.

Do the Archer Aviation deferred restricted stock units expire if they do not vest?

The restricted stock units do not have a traditional expiration date. They either vest according to the schedule and potentially settle into shares or are cancelled if vesting conditions are not met before the vesting dates.