New Hampshire(NH)

New Hampshire is leveraging its "Granite State" ingenuity to become a critical node in the New England Regional Air Mobility (RAM) corridor. As of January 2026, the New Hampshire Department of Transportation (NHDOT) Bureau of Aeronautics is focused on a "Low-Friction" deployment model, prioritizing the electrification of existing general aviation (GA) airports to support short-haul passenger and cargo flights.

Infrastructure and Regulatory Framework

New Hampshire’s strategy is closely aligned with the December 2025 National AAM Strategy, specifically focusing on the "Leverage" phase of infrastructure development.

• Airport Modernization: NHDOT is prioritizing the installation of electric aircraft charging stations at state-managed facilities such as Lebanon Municipal (LEB) and Concord Municipal (CON). These sites are strategically positioned to act as "feeder" hubs for larger markets in Boston and Montreal.
• Statewide Collaboration: Through its active membership in the National Association of State Aviation Officials (NASAO), New Hampshire is coordinating with neighboring Vermont and Maine to establish unified regional flight standards for the 2026–2030 period.
• Streamlined Permitting: The Bureau of Aeronautics is developing a simplified "Vertiport Readiness Guide" for local municipalities, aimed at ensuring that land-use policies around the state's 24 public-use airports are AAM-compatible.

Pilot Programs and Manufacturer Support

New Hampshire’s strategy benefits significantly from its proximity to BETA Technologies (headquartered in neighboring Vermont).

• Regional Charging Network: In late 2025, New Hampshire became a key participant in a multi-state initiative to deploy a "Green Mountain to Granite State" charging spine, allowing the ALIA aircraft to conduct cross-border logistics missions.
• Workforce Development: The state is exploring partnerships with the University of New Hampshire (UNH) to integrate AAM systems and propulsion maintenance into existing engineering and technical curricula.

Strategic Initiatives and Resources

• NHDOT Bureau of Aeronautics: dot.nh.gov/aeronautics
• NASAO Strategic Partnership: nasao.org/state-aam