What UrbanLink Air Mobility does

UrbanLink Air Mobility is a pre-operational advanced air mobility (AAM) operator founded in May 2024 in Miami, Florida, building a multi-modal zero-emission regional transportation platform spanning electric aircraft (eVTOL jets, electric CTOLs, regional electric airliners), electric maritime vessels (seagliders, water taxis, amphibious seaplanes), and autonomous cargo drones. The company holds commitments for approximately 187 vehicles across nine OEMs (Lilium, REGENT, Artemis, Eviation, CRISALION, BETA Technologies, MD Aircraft, Elfly/NOEMI, Traverse Aero) and targets Summer 2026 entry into service for eVTOL operations under FAA Part 135 certification, with initial hub cities in Miami, Los Angeles, and San Juan.

The company's revenue model is anchored in FAA Part 135 scheduled and on-demand charter services distributed through direct-to-consumer website and mobile-app booking, supplemented by B2B partnerships with cruise lines and international airlines for airport-to-port connecting services. Ancillary revenue streams include cargo and logistics operations (Traverse Aero Orca drones for first-responder and humanitarian relief work) and a frequent flyer loyalty program (UrbanLink Comps). Geographic expansion is sequenced for zero-emission travel within a 500-mile radius by 2028 and 1,000 miles by 2030, with planned European service connecting Madrid and Milan.

UrbanLink's technology stack combines a wholly-owned AI subsidiary (THAYER AAI) for pilot scheduling, aircraft positioning, dynamic competitor fare surveillance, and predictive maintenance, with a fully paperless operational backbone delivered via Apple iPads and integrated third-party systems (NavBlue for flight ops, MINT for crew training records, Comply365 for document management, JumpseatSMS for safety management). The company is organized under URBYN Mobility as its parent holding company and is led by Founder/Chairman Ed Wegel and President Raymond Sisson.

Name

UrbanLink Air Mobility

Legal name

UrbanLink Air Mobility LLC

Website

https://flyurbanlink.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2024

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

UrbanLink Air Mobility is a pre-operational advanced air mobility operator building a multi-modal zero-emission regional transport network across electric aircraft, seagliders, water taxis, and cargo drones, targeting FAA Part 135 scheduled and on-demand charter services from hubs in Miami, Los Angeles, and San Juan beginning Summer 2026.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Advanced Air Mobility / Regional Air Transportation

NAICS

Scheduled Air Transportation (48111), Nonscheduled Air Transportation (4812), Nonscheduled Air Transportation (48121)

SIC

Air Transportation, Scheduled (4512), Air Transportation, Nonscheduled (4522)

akta.pro primary industry

Helicopter Air Taxi & Urban Air Mobility (eVTOL/VTOL) Passenger Services (THABAGAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Helicopter Air Taxi / Urban Air Mobility (UAM) Services (TLAFACAC), Air Taxi & Urban Air Mobility (eVTOL) Operators (TLAFAAAD), Scheduled Helicopter Passenger Transport (THABAGAA)

Keywords

• Advanced air mobility
• Zero-emission aviation
• Electric regional airline
• EVTOL charter services
• Coastal seaglider transport

Headquarters

HQ city

Coral Gables

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Technology or R&D, Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Scheduled Charter Operations: UrbanLink will operate FAA Part 135 certified scheduled charter operations, initially using Embraer E-140 aircraft and transitioning to eVTOL and electric aircraft fleets. Entry into revenue service is targeted for Summer 2026 with Lilium Jets.
2. On-Demand Charter Services: On-demand charter services accessible via app-driven booking, complementing scheduled operations with flexible routing for eVTOL and seaglider services.
3. Cargo and Logistics Services: Cargo delivery services using Traverse Aero's Orca hybrid-electric eVTOL cargo drones, including first-responder and humanitarian relief operations, with capabilities to support eVTOL passenger operations by transporting baggage and cargo.
4. Frequent Flyer Program (UrbanLink Comps): Frequent flyer loyalty program enabling repeat customer engagement and retention across air, sea, and ground transportation services.

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

UrbanLink Air Mobility operates a multi-modal advanced air mobility (AAM) network providing zero-emission scheduled and on-demand charter air services, electric seaglider coastal transport, electric water taxi services, and hybrid-electric cargo drone operations. Services are planned across a 500-mile range by 2028 (expanding to 1,000 miles by 2030) from hub cities of Miami, Los Angeles, and San Juan, using a diversified fleet of electric aircraft (eVTOL, eCTOL) and electric maritime vessels.

Product overview

UrbanLink Air Mobility is a multi-modal advanced air mobility (AAM) platform offering integrated zero-emission transportation across air, sea, and ground domains. The company's core product portfolio includes electric aircraft (Lilium Jet eVTOL, Beta ALIA eCTOL, MD Aircraft eViator, Eviation Alice, CRISALION Integrity eVTOL), electric maritime vessels (REGENT Viceroy Seaglider, NOEMI Amphibious Aircraft, Artemis EF-12 Escape water taxi), and autonomous cargo solutions (Traverse Aero Orca drones). Supporting infrastructure includes THAYER AAI for operational AI optimization, NavBlue for flight operations, Comply365 for document management, and Jumpseat SMS for safety compliance. The company also operates URBYN as an aviation tech subsidiary and offers an UrbanLink Comps frequent flyer program with app-driven booking. Targeting entry into service by Summer 2026 with operations across Miami, Los Angeles, San Juan, and European markets.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• THAYER AAI: UrbanLink's airline artificial intelligence subsidiary focused on pilot scheduling, aircraft positioning/repositioning, competitor fare surveillance, predictive aircraft maintenance, and real-time pricing and scheduling optimization.
• URBYN

Products and services

• Scheduled Charter Air Services FAA Part 135 certified scheduled charter flights serving regional routes between coastal hubs and urban cores, initially using Embraer E-140 aircraft and transitioning to eVTOL and electric aircraft fleets. Targeted at premium travelers and business commuters between South Florida, Los Angeles, San Juan, and planned European markets.
• On-Demand Charter Services On-demand charter services accessible via app-driven booking, offering flexible routing for eVTOL and seaglider services tailored to individual traveler schedules.
• Cargo and Logistics Services Cargo delivery services using Traverse Aero's Orca hybrid-electric eVTOL cargo drones (600-mile range, 550-pound payload), including first-responder and humanitarian relief operations, plus baggage and cargo support for eVTOL passenger operations.
• Seaglider Coastal Transport Services All-electric seaglider coastal and inter-island transport using REGENT Viceroy vessels (12-passenger, 180 mph, 180-mile range), operating as maritime vessels between coastal cities, islands, and port communities.
• Electric Water Taxi Services Zero-emission luxury water taxi service using Artemis EF-12 Escape crafts with the Artemis eFoiler electric propulsion system, operating along Florida coasts, San Juan to Puerto Rico destinations, and inter-island routes.
• UrbanLink Comps Frequent Flyer Program Loyalty program enabling repeat customer engagement and retention across air, sea, and ground transportation services through points accrual and rewards.

Quantifiable outcome

• Miami seaglider operations projected to serve 4.3 million passengers annually
• +2 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability5 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

20 partnerships are on record, tiered supporting and core.

• Elfly Group (NOEMI)supportingStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Memorandum of Understanding for 10+10 NOEMI electric amphibious seaplane aircraft representing approximately USD 200 million in potential value. NOEMI can take off and land on both water and runways, unlocking access to coastlines, rivers, lakes, and harbors. Elfly Group is a Norwegian aerospace company with soft orders for more than 70 NOEMI aircraft across five continents.
• MD AircraftsupportingStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 December 2025Letter of agreement for 20 pre-orders of the eViator nine-seat electric regional aircraft (service entry targeting early 2030s). This brings MD Aircraft's total pre-orders to 110 units. Partnership is aimed at expanding into U.S. and Caribbean markets. MD Aircraft is currently seeking Series A funding for demonstration flights starting in 2028.
• Signature AviationsupportingStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 November 2025Letter of intent to explore safe and scalable expansion of all-electric air operations in Florida using BETA Technologies eCTOL aircraft at Signature's private aviation terminals across the state. Partnership includes exploration of establishing UrbanLink's operating and maintenance base at a South Florida airport. Signature is the world's largest network of private aviation terminals with over 200 locations in 27 countries.
• BETA TechnologiessupportingStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 July 2025Agreement to lease 10 BETA Alia eCTOL aircraft from an alternative asset finance company's order book with first delivery anticipated in late 2027. UrbanLink plans to expand to eVTOL aircraft once available, operating from vertiports being developed with airports, municipalities, and county governments. Routes planned north to Orlando and Tampa, south through Florida Keys to Key West.
• Vertiports by Atlantic AviationcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 July 2025Renewed MOU with Vertiports by Atlantic Aviation (wholly owned subsidiary of Atlantic Aviation which acquired Ferrovial's vertiports division). Provides UrbanLink access to Atlantic Aviation's FBO network in Florida and planned vertiport developments in Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach counties, and additional locations across the state. Both companies committed to exploring vertiport development opportunities in other major U.S. metropolitan areas.
• FEAM AEROsupportingImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 1 January 2025Strategic partnership for aircraft line maintenance services for UrbanLink's all-electric fleet. FEAM Aero is the largest leading provider of aircraft line maintenance in the U.S. with 52 global line stations, 4 hangar facilities (300,000+ square feet), over 1,500 technicians and engineers, supporting over 130,000 annual flights for 70 operators.
• CRISALION MobilitysupportingStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 December 2024Pre-sale agreement for 20 Integrity eVTOL aircraft (up to 5 passengers plus pilot) featuring FlyFree technology for maximized passenger comfort. CRISALION is a Spanish eVTOL manufacturer bringing total Integrity pre-sales to 145 across four continents. UrbanLink plans to use Integrity aircraft for European expansion focusing on Spanish and Italian markets including routes connecting Madrid and Milan.
• Traverse AerosupportingStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 November 2024Partnership for 40 Orca hybrid-electric eVTOL cargo drones (600-mile range, 550-pound payload, 80% CO2 reduction using batteries and SAF). Orca drones will be deployed initially in Puerto Rico for government and relief agencies delivering essential supplies, and in Miami supporting relief operations and passenger baggage/cargo for eVTOL and sea vessel services.
• Eviation AircraftsupportingStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 October 2024Order for 10 Alice 9-passenger zero-emission commuter aircraft (up to 250 nautical miles), with option for 10 additional aircraft. Alice aircraft completes the third leg of UrbanLink's all-electric operating plan, enabling 9-seat zero-emission flights across the network. Eviation is based in Washington State and develops electric aircraft designed from the ground up for electric flight.
• mba Aviation (JumpseatSMS)supportingTechnology or Integration · 1 October 2024UrbanLink is the launch customer for JumpseatSMS, mba Aviation's turnkey risk management software designed to streamline Safety Management System development for Air Operators under Part 135 and 91. JumpseatSMS meets national and international SMS requirements including Safety Accountability, Safety Risk Management, Safety Assurance, and Safety Promotion.
• REGENT CraftcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 September 2024Initial order of 27 all-electric Viceroy seagliders (12-passenger vessels, 180 mph, 180-mile range) expanded to 47 units in May 2025, marking one of the largest commercial seaglider orders to date. Seagliders will operate in South Florida and Puerto Rico starting 2027, serving up to 4.3 million passengers annually from Miami. REGENT has secured over $9 billion in orders and raised over $100 million from investors including Japan Airlines and Lockheed Martin.
• GlueIQsupportingGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 September 2024Award-winning creative consultancy appointed as Marketing Partner of Record to launch and compel demand for zero-emission regional air travel through eVTOLs. Miami-based GlueIQ is independent and growth-focused, known for successful campaigns including the launch of Brightline in South Florida, and serves high-profile clients including Neiman Marcus, Dodge, Margaritaville, and Atlantis Bahamas.
• Skyway TechnologiescoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 July 2024Partnership agreement for joint placement of vertiports in key U.S. and Caribbean markets including South Florida and Puerto Rico. Skyway is a leading vertiport development and operations company based in California providing vertiport air traffic management, air traffic navigation, and unmanned aircraft airspace mission planning services. Partnership expanded in November 2024 with Bluenest by Globalvia for Sunchaser Vertiport Network across South and Central Florida (Miami and Orlando hubs).
• Artemis TechnologiessupportingStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 July 2024Partnership to add 20 Artemis EF-12 Escape zero-emission luxury water taxis to UrbanLink's fleet, with an option to operate the larger EF-24 Passenger ferry. Service launch slated for Q1 2026. Crafts will operate along Florida coasts, from San Juan to Puerto Rico destinations, and inter-island routes. Artemis is a Belfast-based America’s Cup spin-off with the proprietary Artemis eFoiler electric propulsion system.
• Ferrovial VertiportscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 June 2024Partnership to explore development of vertiport sites in key U.S. markets, beginning with Ferrovial's planned South Florida vertiport network. As preferred partners, both companies collaborate on placement, operational planning, and facility design to ensure safe, efficient vertiports optimized for eVTOL operations. Ferrovial is a leading global infrastructure company.
• LiliumcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 May 2024Partnership for the purchase of 20 Lilium eVTOL Jets with scheduled pre-delivery payments. Lilium is the developer of the first eVTOL jet and UrbanLink is positioned as the first U.S. airline to fully commit to integrating Lilium Jets into its fleet with entry into revenue service by Summer 2026. The partnership is central to UrbanLink's core eVTOL strategy.
• NavBlue (Airbus)supportingTechnology or IntegrationNavBlue provides aircraft navigation and dispatch software solutions. NavBlue is a leading flight operations solutions company wholly owned by Airbus, serving over 600 customers worldwide with offices in Canada, France, Poland, Singapore, Sweden, Thailand, UK, and US.
• MINT Software SystemssupportingTechnology or IntegrationMINT provides pilot training records and resource management solutions. MINT's TMS SaaS solution enables efficient crew, ground, and maintenance staff records and training schedules, guaranteeing regulatory compliance with FAA and EASA AQP/ATQP programs. Headquartered in Kiel, Germany with offices in US, UAE, and Colombia.
• Comply365supportingTechnology or IntegrationComply365 provides enterprise SaaS and mobile document management and distribution solutions for highly regulated industries including aviation. Plays an instrumental role in FAA's approval of replacing traditional paper-based pilot flight bags with electronic flight bags (EFBs).
• Ground Ride-share CompaniessupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorStrategic partnerships with ground ride-share companies to support joint marketing, sales, and distribution, enabling seamless intermodal connections throughout the vertiport network and integrating with existing train services and commercial airlines.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Archer Aviation: Archer is developing a piloted eVTOL aircraft (Midnight) and plans commercial air taxi operations. A direct competitor for premium urban and regional eVTOL passenger service, similarly targeting 2025-2026 launch and FAA Part 135 operations.
• Lilium: Lilium is UrbanLink's primary eVTOL Jet partner and the developer of the first ducted-fan eVTOL jet. While primarily an OEM, Lilium is pursuing regional airline partnerships and competing for the same passenger routes UrbanLink targets.
• Surf Air Mobility: Surf Air operates a regional air mobility subscription service in California, Florida, and other markets, and is electrifying its fleet. Comparable to UrbanLink on the premium regional air mobility subscription and scheduled charter model.
• REGENT Craft: REGENT is UrbanLink's seaglider partner and the developer of the all-electric Viceroy seaglider. While primarily an OEM, REGENT is building toward direct passenger operations, making it a peer in the coastal electric maritime mobility space.
• Eve Air Mobility: Eve (an Embraer subsidiary) is developing an eVTOL and is pursuing both OEM sales and its own operator services in multiple markets including the U.S. A direct competitor for eVTOL aircraft orders and air taxi market entry.
• Blade Air Mobility: Blade operates urban air mobility services (helicopter and seaplane) in markets including New York and South Florida, targeting premium short-haul passengers. Directly comparable on the air taxi business model and target customer demographic (premium travelers).
• Joby Aviation: Joby is the most advanced U.S. eVTOL developer, pursuing FAA type certification and planning its own commercial air taxi service with a tilt-duct eVTOL. Directly comparable to UrbanLink as a competitor for eVTOL passenger operations and infrastructure partnerships.
• BETA Technologies: BETA is both an UrbanLink aircraft supplier (ALIA eCTOL) and a vertically integrating eVTOL operator. Compares as a peer on aircraft technology, vertiport network development, and direct-to-customer air taxi ambitions.

Emerging players

• Wisk Aero: Wisk (a Boeing subsidiary) is developing autonomous eVTOL aircraft for air taxi operations. Comparable to UrbanLink on eVTOL passenger operations and the same FAA Part 135/121 regulatory pathway.
• Vertical Aerospace: Vertical Aerospace is a UK-based eVTOL developer targeting commercial passenger service. While geographically focused on the UK/Europe, it competes for global airline partnerships similar to UrbanLink's Crisalion/Integrity strategy.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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