A Transformative Era in Regional Mobility
Aquiline Drones is spearheading the establishment of a hub-and-spoke eVTOL network
centered at Hartford-Brainard Airport.
A faster, cleaner, and more connected future
The AD eVTOL ecosystem adopts a phased ‘‘build-out’’ strategy which prioritizes safety, scalability, and environmental stewardship. This ecosystem is enabled by AD’s Part 135, Part 145 certifications, and driven by the AD Master Franchise and MMRO Franchise offerings, establishing a robust regional framework for eVTOLs.
By integrating zero-emission aircraft into a proven operational model, Aquiline Drones is not just launching a flight service; it is constructing a sustainable multimodal infrastructure.
Critical gateways to the broader Northeast economy
By revitalizing the historic Hangar 1 at Hartford-Brainard Airport as its primary operations base, the AD eVTOL ecosystem leverages existing aviation infrastructure to provide a carbon-free alternative to the chronic congestion of the I-95 and I-91 corridors.
The network is meticulously designed to serve both the economic and leisure pillars of the region. Coastal urban hubs including New Haven, Bridgeport, Fairfield, Norwalk, Stamford, and Greenwich are linked via rapid aerial transit, providing seamless connections to Metro-North and local innovation districts.
Simultaneously, the network extends to premier destinations such as Foxwoods, Mohegan Sun, and Mystic Seaport, ensuring that Connecticut’s tourism and entertainment sectors are accessible within minutes rather than hours.
The initiative also includes the Downtown NYC Skyport and Springfield, MA, creating a seamless interstate corridor that redefines executive travel and regional commerce.
These routes eliminate the traditional barriers of tunnel traffic and rail transfers, offering a sophisticated air link between the Connecticut capital and the global financial center of Manhattan and other regional hotspots.
The AD eVTOL Ecosystem
Drone On Demand App
Rewards Program
Certified Flight Operations
Master/MMRO Franchises
Certified MRO
The eVTOL Drone Lineup
Passenger Air Taxis and High-Priority Cargo
Future Vision for Hartford Brainard Airport
Positioned at the nexus of New England’s commerce, Hartford-Brainard is the ideal foundation for a premier eVTOL hub. Its strategic location, just minutes from the State Capitol and the downtown insurance district, allows for a seamless transition from the sky to the boardroom.
By repurposing this historic airfield, we eliminate the need for new, invasive infrastructure while providing a carbon-free alternative to the congestion of I-91 and I-84. Brainard serves as the primary engine for the entire Connecticut flight corridor, connecting the capital to the shoreline and NYC with unprecedented speed.
This revitalization doesn’t just preserve a local landmark; it transforms Hartford into the epicenter of the next generation of flight.
Featured Route
Hartford Brainard Airport – Foxwoods
Transform the hour-long drive from Hartford into an exhilarating sixteen-minute flight landing directly at the heart of the world’s premier gaming destination. By establishing a vertiport at Foxwoods, we eliminate Route 2 traffic, offering guests a carbon-free alternative that matches the thrill of the casino floor.