Downtown Skyport To Take Over Operations of Manhattan Heliport

New Operator, Upgrade for Downtown Manhattan Heliport

New operator plans upgrades and eVTOL integration

An aerial view of Downtown Manhattan Heliport — Downtown Skyport a joint venture between Skyports Infrastructure and Groupe ADP will take over management of the New York City-owned Downtown Manhattan Heliport starting in early 2025. © New York City Economic Development Corporation

December 12, 2024

Following a competitive request for proposal process, the New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) has selected Downtown Skyport to manage the city-owned Downtown Manhattan Heliport (KJRB) following approval from the Franchise and Concession Review Committee. The company is expected to take over management of existing operations by early 2025, with infrastructure upgrades planned by 2026.

Downtown Skyport is a joint venture between advanced air mobility ground infrastructure provider Skyports Infrastructure and global airport design, construction, finance, and operations leader Groupe ADP. Skyports Infrastructure operates one of two public heliports in London, while Groupe ADP manages airports globally, including Paris’ Charles de Gaulle Airport. The companies will integrate eVTOL technology at KJRB, which is expected to reduce helicopter noise.

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