Archer Expands Core Leadership Team, Hiring Jeff Greenwood as Chief Flight Test Pilot and Dave Dennison as Vice President of ...
July 06 2021 - 7:00AM
California-based Archer, a company designing and developing
electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft (eVTOL), today
announced two new hires: veteran pilot Jeff Greenwood has joined
the company as a Chief Flight Test Pilot and Dave Dennison has
joined as Vice President of Engineering. In his role, Greenwood is
tasked with developing the command center of the aircraft, as well
as setting the test flight timeline and leading test flights. An
experienced engineer and aircraft production line manager, Dennison
will strengthen Archer’s core leadership team as the company works
through certification and brings its eVTOL aircraft to market.
Archer recently celebrated a major milestone in its push toward
reshaping sustainable urban mobility with the unveiling of its
inaugural aircraft, Maker. The 2-seat demonstrator aircraft’s debut
in Los Angeles offered audience members and livestream viewers the
chance to experience an XR projection technology-enhanced ride in
Maker. Now, as Archer focuses its efforts on certifying its Urban
Air Mobility (“UAM”) platform, the company will utilize the
insights and experience of Greenwood and Dennison as they lead the
flight test and engineering efforts.
As Archer prepares for flight testing, Greenwood will focus on
cockpit design, including vendor selection for the display and
other cockpit equipment. While test pilots are traditionally
introduced after the cockpit has been developed, Archer felt
Greenwood’s involvement in this process was the most logical and
efficient way to develop a high-quality aircraft given his
extensive flight experience.
Previously, Greenwood served as a test pilot for Bell, where he
helped develop, test, and certify leading industry rotorcraft.
Prior to Bell, Greenwood served as a pilot in the United States
Marine Corps. During his tenure, he developed his passion for test
piloting and was a graduate of the United States Naval Test Pilot
School.
“eVTOL is redefining transportation and reshaping how people
move in and around the world’s biggest cities. I’m thrilled to be a
part of the future of sustainable travel and the most innovative
work the aviation industry has seen in decades,” said Jeff
Greenwood. “Archer is leading the fourth transportation revolution
and I can’t wait to contribute to the next phase of design and test
flights.”
In his role, Dennison will apply his robust engineering
expertise to Archer’s production aircraft, which will usher in a
new generation of safe and sustainable travel. Upon joining Archer
earlier this year, Dennison oversaw the execution of the technical
activities in the development of Archer’s Maker aircraft. He brings
nearly two decades of engineering new product development programs,
with experience spanning rotorcraft and fixed wing aircraft,
prototype aircraft, aircraft structures research and development,
and managing aircraft production lines.
Dennison previously served as the Vice President of Engineering
at Triumph Aerospace Structures, where he helped create innovative
new thermoplastic structures technologies and led certification
activities for the Bombardier Global 7500 and Embraer E2 programs.
Prior to his time at Triumph Aerospace, he managed the
525-production line at Bell Helicopter Textron Inc., holding
various engineering and design leadership positions for the
development of commercial and military rotorcraft programs.
Dennison earned a Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering from
the Georgia Institute of Technology, a Bachelor’s degree in Natural
Sciences/Pre-Engineering from Covenant College, and an MBA from
Regent University
“Translating a bold vision into a real, effective product that
follows through on that vision’s promise requires a team with a
diversity of experiences, a willingness to listen, and a collective
drive to progress toward its goals,” said Dave Dennison. “Archer is
poised to transform the future of transportation, and I’m excited
to be a part of a team that’s pioneering a new generation of
efficient and environmentally-responsible electric aircraft.”
“At Archer, we’re constantly looking for the best and brightest
industry talent to advance our design and take us through the
proper channels for regulation and flight testing,” said Brett
Adcock, Archer co-founder and co-CEO. “With the addition of
industry veterans like Jeff and Dave, we’re continuing our work to
meet the highest safety and production standards to realize this
goal.”
“It’s critical that our leadership team possesses a dynamic mix
of experience, skill, and vision to navigate the eVTOL
certification process,” added Adam Goldstein, Archer co-founder and
co-CEO. “Jeff and Dave epitomize Archer's unique approach of
bringing pilots and engineers together to develop our eVTOL
aircraft, and the collective value of their experiences will be key
to unlocking the next generation of safe, accessible
transportation.”
Greenwood and Dennison join Archer’s leadership team during a
year of sustained momentum for the company. 2021 has seen Archer
announce two city partnerships in Los Angeles and Miami and a
strategic partnership with Stellantis. The company also announced a
definitive agreement with United Airlines, the first of its kind
for an eVTOL company, for $1 billion of Archer's aircraft, with an
option for an additional $500 million of aircraft. Archer remains
on track to complete a merger with Atlas Crest Investment
Corporation (NYSE: ACIC) that will unlock $1.1 billion to fund
Archer’s growing team and plans for flight testing and an R&D
facility in 2021 and beyond.
Continue to follow along with Archer’s journey via
www.archer.com.
About ArcherArcher’s mission is to advance the
benefits of sustainable air mobility. Archer’s goal is to move
people throughout the world's cities in a quick, safe, sustainable,
and cost-effective manner. Archer is designing and developing
electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft for use in
Urban Air Mobility that can carry passengers for 60 miles at speeds
of up to 150 mph while producing minimal noise. Archer's team is
based in Palo Alto, CA.
To learn more, visit www.archer.com
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