Wed, Jan 29, 2025
Historic Agreement Initiates Utah’s Air Transportation System
Beta Technologies and 47G | Utah Aerospace & Defense organization will sign an historic agreement that is intended to begin establishing Utah’s air transportation system by building out a logistics network to bring electric aircraft and charging stations to the state.
The partnership represents a major step forward in preparing a well-functioning statewide air cargo and transportation system in advance of the 2034 Winter Olympic Games.
Letters of support for the agreement will be forthcoming from the Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) and the Governor’s Office of Economic Opportunity (GOEO). The Utah Inland Port Authority (UIPA) will continue to support Project Alta in building a logistics network.
The signing of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) will take place during the annul Utah Aerospace & Defense Day on the Hill, hosted by 47G. The event features more than 50 exhibitors in Utah’s aerospace and defense industry showcasing leading-edge technologies including virtual electric flight experiences, AI intelligence breakthroughs, 3D printing, delivery drones, advanced robotics, space exploration materials, and more.
Details of the Event:
WHEN: January 28, 2025
- 9:30 a.m. MoU signing
- 11:30 a.m. to 1.30 p.m.
WHERE:
- MoU signing in the Capitol Board Room
- Exhibits on display in the Utah State Capitol Rotunda, 350 State St., Salt Lake City, UT
WHO:
- Utah Gov. Spencer J. Cox
- GOEO Executive Director Ryan Starks
- Federal Aviation Administration Deputy Regional Administrator Aleta Best
- UDOT Aeronautics Director Matt Maass
- UIPA Executive Director Ben Hart
- BETA Technologies CEO & Founder Kyle Clark
- 47G President and CEO Aaron Starks
VISUALS:
- Landmark ceremonial signing with key public and private-sector leaders
- Virtual electric flight experiences
- Scaled models of BETA aircraft and BETA Charge Cubes
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