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Archer Completes First Phase of Transactions To Acquire Control Of Hawthorne Airport

Archer Aviation (ACHR) | December 9, 2025

By Victor Perez

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Archer Aviation has completed the first phase of transactions to acquire control of Hawthorne Airport, including the master lease and associated subleases.

The airport will serve as the operational hub for Archer's planned L.A. air taxi network operations.

Situated less than three miles from LAX, Hawthorne Airport is strategically located near key attractions in Los Angeles.

Strategic Acquisition

Archer has acquired the master lease and subleases of Hawthorne Airport, positioning it as the control entity of the airport.

Operational Hub

The airport will be the central operational location for Archer's planned L.A. air taxi network operations.

Profitable Enterprise

Archer believes the airport, already profitable, has untapped potential and plans for further enhancements.

Innovation Focus

Archer intends to use the airport as an innovation testbed for its next-generation AI-powered aviation technologies.

  • Archer's acquisition of Hawthorne Airport marks a significant advancement in its air taxi network operations.
  • The airport's proximity to major attractions and its history in Southern California's aerospace legacy enhance Archer's strategic positioning.

Archer's completion of the first phase of the Hawthorne Airport transaction sets the stage for further expansion of its aviation operations in Los Angeles, reinforcing its commitment to innovation and modernizing transportation in urban centers.