Wisk Aero Sues Rival Archer Over Alleged Theft of Flight Control Software
Boeing-backed Wisk Aero has filed a new lawsuit against its competitor, Archer Aviation, escalating their long-running dispute. The lawsuit alleges that Archer's "Midnight" eVTOL aircraft utilizes flight control software built upon trade secrets stolen from Wisk. The complaint centers on a former Wisk employee who now works for Archer, claiming the software architecture is suspiciously similar to Wisk's proprietary technology. This legal action highlights the intense competition and intellectual property battles within the emerging urban air mobility market. It represents another significant challenge for Archer in the race to certify its electric aircraft.
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