Surf Air Mobility Partners with Hawaii DOT on Electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing Program
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: 4d ago
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Surf Air Mobility (SRFM) has partnered with the Hawaii Department of Transportation and electric aerospace company, Beta Technologies (BETA), on the request for proposal application for the Electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing Integration Pilot Program or eIPP, a federal public-private initiative within the White House's Advanced Air Mobility National Strategy. The company's airline subsidiary, Mokulele Airlines, is the largest commuter airline in Hawaii by scheduled departures, providing high-frequency interisland service across 10 routes and nine destinations. In coordination with HDOT and Beta, Surf Air Mobility would bring together its airline operations, SurfOS software, and community connectivity with Beta's electric aircraft technology for the eIPP initiative. Beta's ALIA electric aircraft is designed for short-haul routes like those flown daily by Mokulele Airlines. The entities initially plan to conduct cargo-carrying missions between Mokulele's existing route pairs. If selected, the eIPP initiative would support additional infrastructure development, operational readiness, and early deployment of electric aircraft in Hawaii, further advancing AAM through real-world airline operations.
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Analyst Views on SRFM
Wall Street analysts forecast SRFM stock price to rise over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for SRFM is 7.75 USD with a low forecast of 3.50 USD and a high forecast of 12.00 USD. However, analyst price targets are subjective and often lag stock prices, so investors should focus on the objective reasons behind analyst rating changes, which better reflect the company's fundamentals.
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Moderate Buy
Current: 2.120
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3.50
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12.00
Current: 2.120
Low
3.50
Averages
7.75
High
12.00
About SRFM
Surf Air Mobility Inc. provides a regional air mobility platform. The Air Mobility business is a regional air mobility platform providing scheduled service and an on-demand charter marketplace to passengers in the United States and globally. The Company is developing powertrain technologies with its commercial partners to electrify existing fleets and new aircraft. It is engaged in expanding the category of regional air travel, connecting underutilized regional airports and private terminals to create a shared private customer experience and a high frequency commercial-like air service, using small turboprop aircraft. It provides both scheduled routes and on-demand charter flights operated by third parties. It is also a passenger operator of Cessna Grand Caravan EXs in the United States by scheduled departures. The Company serves approximately 370,000 passengers with over 72,000 scheduled departures.
About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
Surf Air Partners with Hawaii DOT for Electric Aircraft Initiative
- Partnership Announcement: Surf Air Mobility (SFRM) has partnered with the Hawaii Department of Transportation and electric aerospace company BETA Technologies to support the Electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing Integration Pilot Program, aiming to establish Hawaii as a leader in electric air mobility.
- Operational Network Leverage: SFRM's subsidiary Mokulele Airlines operates high-frequency interisland routes across nine destinations, providing a ready framework for integrating electric aircraft into commercial service, with initial plans for cargo missions on existing routes.
- Technological Application: BETA's ALIA electric aircraft, designed for short-haul flights matching Mokulele's average stage length of 51 miles, aligns with Surf Air's infrastructure, as CEO Deann White emphasizes the suitability for introducing next-generation aircraft to reduce emissions.
- Market Reaction: Following the partnership announcement, Surf Air (SFRM) shares rose by 2.3% in premarket trading, indicating positive market sentiment towards its electric aviation strategy.
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- Conference Participation: Surf Air Mobility CEO Deanna White will attend the 28th Annual Needham Growth Conference on January 16, showcasing the company's leadership in the air mobility sector and aiming to attract investor interest in its future developments.
- Technological Innovation: Surf Air Mobility leverages AI-driven SurfOS software and electrification programs to modernize air operations, enhancing operational efficiency and further solidifying its leading position in the U.S. commuter airline market.
- Market Scale: As one of the largest commuter airlines in the United States, Surf Air Mobility validates and deploys its software using real-world operating data, ensuring the technology's effectiveness and market adaptability, thereby enhancing customer trust.
- Future Vision: The company is committed to shaping a more efficient, connected, and accessible future for aviation, and with its technological capabilities and market scale, Surf Air Mobility plans to expand its market share and drive industry transformation in the coming years.
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