Wisk and Signature Aviation to Accelerate Autonomous Advanced Air Mobility Infrastructure in the US and beyond
Wisk and Signature Aviation have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to proactively develop the infrastructure and operational framework for autonomous Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) operations, in locations such as Houston, Los Angeles and Miami.
The collaboration includes strategic planning efforts to identify and assess the feasibility of vertiport development locations compatible with Wisk’s autonomous AAM operations — a crucial part of planning for autonomy now.
This includes conducting detailed exercises to evaluate the commercial, financial, regulatory, technical, and operational processes required to enable Wisk’s autonomous operations at specific Signature Aviation locations.
Dan Dalton, VP of Global Partnerships at Wisk: “We are very excited to collaborate with Signature Aviation to pioneer the future of autonomous flight. As the world’s largest network of private aviation terminals, Signature’s forward-leaning approach to aviation modernization aligns with our vision.
“Together, we’re building the robust infrastructure and integrated network essential for safe, scaled operations, starting with our focused efforts at Ellington. This collaboration represents a critical pathway toward bringing autonomous air travel to communities.”
As a tangible first step, Wisk and Signature Aviation have already initiated a project at Signature Aviation’s facilities at Ellington Airport (EFD) in Houston, Texas.
This work focuses on developing vertiport concepts, and defining potential layouts, operational workflows, and infrastructure requirements, including for Wisk’s Gen 6 aircraft and passenger experience.
The partnership with Signature will also establish a framework for potential future commercial agreements.
The work at EFD represents further expansion of Wisk’s presence in Texas and collaboration with the Houston Airport System and City of Sugar Land.
Derek DeCross, Chief Commercial Officer, Signature Aviation, added: “Our partnership with Wisk highlights another significant step in our continued innovation and dedicated sustainability leadership within aviation.
“Advanced air mobility represents a transformative opportunity to shape the future of our industry and together with Wisk, we are proactively exploring the infrastructure and strategic planning necessary to expand our exceptional, forward-thinking guest experience across our network in the future.”
This partnership underscores the shared vision of Wisk and Signature Aviation to build a safe, efficient, and commercially viable autonomous AAM ecosystem that will enable regional transportation.
