The agreement establishes a framework for planning, regulatory alignment, real‑world demonstrations, and scalable deployment across Virginia and beyond.
Washington, D.C. – [September 24, 2025] – Future Flight Global (FFG), a leading operator of electric aircraft and pioneers in the Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) ecosystem, and Universal Solutions International (USI) today announced a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to jointly advance a new model of next‑generation air and maritime mobility across the Commonwealth of Virginia.
The collaboration spans Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS), Advanced Air Mobility (AAM), hybrid‑electric aircraft, electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL), and Short Takeoff and Landing (STOL) platforms, together with integrated counter‑UAS capabilities.
Under the MOU, FFG and USI will coordinate on planning, regulatory alignment, concept development, demonstration execution, and post‑demonstration scaling. The effort is designed to inform future mobility corridors, secure operational approvals, and foster innovative ecosystems that strengthen resilience, security, and economic opportunity across the region.
“This partnership is about credible, scalable operations across air, land, and maritime domains,” said Toni Drummond, Co‑Founder & President, Future Flight Global. “By providing mission profiles and capturing the evidence regulators and communities need, we can position participating technologies for broader adoption in both commercial and public‑sector markets, including dual‑use deployments supporting U.S. Department of Defense and civil operations.”
“Formalizing this MOU enables FFG and USI to accelerate operational readiness through real‑world demonstrations and disciplined data collection, while aligning early with regulators and community stakeholders,” said Daniel Wolfe, Founder & President, USI Inc..
Scope of Collaboration
• Planning & Regulatory Alignment: Joint concepts of operations, safety cases, and approvals in coordination with relevant authorities.
• Demonstration Execution: Real‑world missions that validate platforms, procedures, and supporting ground systems, including sense and avoid radar, UTM data management, and counter‑UAS integration.
• Data & Evaluation: Standardized test cards, measurement plans, and transparent reporting to support operational approvals and community engagement.
• Scaling Pathways: Post‑demonstration roadmaps for corridor development, fleet integration, and workforce development.
Geographic Focus
Across Virginia and beyond. Engagements will prioritize communities, infrastructure, and routes where advanced mobility can deliver measurable public benefit and mission value.
Stakeholder Engagement
USI and FFG look forward to working with the Virginia Department of Aviation (DOAV), and community leaders with the Hampton Roads Alliance, City of Newport News, the Peninsula Airport Commission (PAC), and other industry leading partners to accomplish the shared vision for a resilient, innovative mobility ecosystem. Activities described in this release are subject to regulatory approvals and funding.
About Universal Solutions International (USI)
Universal Solutions International, Inc. (USI) is a mission‑focused systems integrator and program management firm based in Virginia. USI plans, tests, and fields multi‑domain mobility, uncrewed systems, and counter‑UAS capabilities for federal, state, and commercial customers. The company combines safety‑led engineering, regulatory expertise, and disciplined data collection to move emerging technologies from concept to credible operations across air, land, and maritime domains—supporting both commercial use cases and dual‑use deployments for U.S. Department of Defense and civil partners. For more information, visit www.usi-inc.com
About Future Flight Global (FFG)
Future Flight Global (FFG) is a pioneer in the adoption, implementation, and integration of advanced air transportation. The company delivers innovative, sustainable, and safe mobility solutions that seamlessly connect the world. FFG leverages extensive aviation expertise to drive advancements in this emerging industry and lead the third aerospace revolution. For more information, visit www.ffg.aero.
