However, as a “conditional purchase agreement,” Eve may be required to achieve certain criteria before completing its order with United. (In its news statement, United did not expand on the requirements.) Eve’s first aircraft, with a range of 60 miles, is scheduled to arrive in 2026.
United Airlines Ventures will make the investment, which will help the airline achieve its objective of reaching net zero emissions by 2050 without the need of conventional carbon offsets.
