“…California-based Wisk Aero is turning to engineers in Montreal, Quebec, to help develop its sixth-generation eVTOL aircraft.

The company said it plans to launch a new engineering hub on the Canadian city, dedicated to the ongoing development of the aircraft that it plans to certify as an autonomous air taxi.

“We are excited about the launch of our new Montreal hub,” said Sebastien Vigneron, senior vice president of engineering and programs at Wisk. “Canada’s forward-looking approach to aviation and interest in AAM [advanced air mobility], combined with its pool of experienced aerospace talent, make it an ideal location for Wisk as we expand our global footprint…”