Beyond Horizons by Bethel Chambers LLC Unveils ‘Ascending Asia’ Playbook for AAM Market Access and Regulatory Anchoring in Singapore

Beyond Horizons by Bethel Chambers LLC has officially released a publication which it says serves as a strategic corridor for companies working in Advanced Air Mobility to set up their headquarters in Singapore.

Titled Ascending Asia: The Playbook for Market Access, the 30-page comprehensive guide is designed for C‑suite executives, General Counsel, and founders. It serves as a technical manual for navigating the ‘Singapore Bridge’, a strategic corridor for companies seeking to decouple from geopolitical volatility and anchor their global operations in a jurisdiction trusted by institutional capital.

In conjunction with the playbook, Beyond Horizons is offering an exclusive AAM Strategy Diagnostic. Integrated within the team’s proprietary LEX.LEXHY legal-tech framework, this digital tool allows qualified organizations to input their funding stage and operational milestones to receive a bespoke ‘Compliance Readiness’ score.

Hui Ling Teo, founder of Beyond Horizons and head of corporate & finance of Bethel Chambers LLC, said: “The era of generic legal advice is over. Modern innovators need a diagnostic approach that mirrors their own tech-forward DNA. With LEX.LEXHY, we are turning 30 pages of deep-sector knowledge into a dynamic, actionable roadmap that identifies the exact regulatory gates of the Singaporean market.”

The playbook argues Singapore represents the most stable ‘Safe Harbor’ for high-stakes technology. By anchoring in the country, Beyond Horizons by Bethel Chambers LLC says companies benefit from a legal system characterized by transparency, a robust Intellectual Property (IP) regime and a network of more than 25 Free Trade Agreements (FTAs).

Technical Deep Dive: The Legal Architecture of Flight

As Singapore introduces new oversight mechanisms, the Ascending Asia guide provides essential clarity on the pillars of market entry:

1. The Significant Investments Review Act (SIRA) & Critical Entities

With the recent implementation of SIRA, Singapore has introduced a new layer of scrutiny for “Designated Entities” that affect national security and essential services.

The playbook provides a detailed analysis of how AAM infrastructure and operational entities fall under this scope. It outlines the reporting requirements, the limits on foreign ownership, and the strategies for maintaining operational autonomy while ensuring full compliance with the Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI).

2. The Enterprise Innovation Scheme (EIS) and R&D Incentives

To support the high capital expenditure (CAPEX) nature of AAM development, the playbook highlights how companies can leverage the Enterprise Innovation Scheme. This includes 400% tax deductions on qualifying R&D expenditure and IP registration. For companies in the pre-revenue stage, the guide explores the options for cash conversion of tax credits—a critical “runway extender” for eVTOL firms.

3. Cross-Border Aircraft Leasing and Fiscal Optimization

Given the firm’s deep roots in aviation finance, the playbook provides an elite-level view of tax-efficient aircraft leasing. It discusses the tax schemes for aircraft leasing and aircraft investment management and the nuances of Permanent Establishment (PE) risks when managing a regional fleet from a Singaporean hub. This section is vital for companies looking to structure their leasing arms to minimize cross-border friction.

Navigating the Regulatory Sandbox and Certification

The playbook details the “flight path” for AAM OEMs and infrastructure providers working alongside the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS). It breaks down the requirements for:

• Type Certification & Validation: Aligning international certification standards with local CAAS mandates.

• Operational Licences: Navigating the specific permits required for urban air corridors and vertiport management.

• Data Sovereignty: Understanding the regional requirements for where operational flight data and telemetry must be stored and processed—a growing concern for global air traffic management.

The APAC Market Access Matrix

A standout feature of the publication is the proprietary Market Access Matrix, a high-level comparison of regulatory hurdles across Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Vietnam. This tool allows executives to visualize:

• Foreign Investment Limits: Where “local partner” requirements are mandatory versus where 100% foreign ownership is permissible.

• Currency Control Mechanisms: Navigating the ease of capital repatriation—a primary concern for global investors.

• Infrastructure Synergy: Identifying which neighboring markets are most compatible with a Singapore-based operational model.

Availability and Private Briefings

Ascending Asia: The Playbook for Market Access is reserved for industry stakeholders and is available for download at ascendingasia.beyondhorizons.sg.

Due to the specialized nature of the content, Beyond Horizons by Bethel Chambers LLC will be hosting a series of private, invitation-only strategic briefings throughout Q1 2026 for companies at the Series B funding stage and above.

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