By Shivansh Tiwary

(Reuters) -Archer Aviation said on Monday it will supply its electric powertrain for the Omen autonomous air vehicle, being co-developed by U.S. defense technology firm Anduril Industries and UAE-based EDGE group.

The agreement marks Archer’s first third-party application of its powertrain, currently used in its Midnight electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, and introduces a new revenue stream for the company.

Omen, a hover-to-cruise autonomous aircraft, has received an initial commitment from the United Arab Emirates for 50 units.

Archer’s powertrain, which includes a proprietary battery pack and electric engine system, is manufactured at its U.S. facilities.

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