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The third revolution in aviation is happening now. Stop by booth 912 to learn about the fastest path to meaningful electrified aviation market growth this decade.

𝗜𝘀 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗮𝘄𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗛𝘆𝗱𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗲𝗻-𝗣𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗔𝗶𝗿 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗹? Australia is on the brink of an aviation revolution! In 2024, get ready for the country's first hydrogen-powered aircraft flight, a collaboration between iMOVE CRC, Stralis Aircraft (YC W23), and QUT. Their vision? To transform the skies with cleaner, more efficient air travel. Stralis Aircraft is leading the charge, retrofitting a Beechcraft Bonanza A36 with a hydrogen-electric propulsion system. With the expertise of Stralis CEO Bob Criner and the research prowess of QUT, this project is a stepping stone to a greener aviation industry. As we approach this landmark event, consider the impact: How will hydrogen-powered planes change our travel experiences and industries? #BreseightAustralia #Aviation #Engineering

Fantasy or fact ? George Alafinov CEO of Jekta Switzerland will be discussing the evolution of amphibious aviation with fellow entrepreneur Eric Lithun on the first ever dedicated amphibious panel at the fantastic Revolution.Aero event in June.  They will explore the opportunities and the potential for sustainably powered amphibious aircraft, the multiple applications and explain why financiers should be diverting money to this proven, known market, that has massive financial potential. Our 19-seat electric propulsion aircraft the PHA-ZE 100 will support regional routes, cargo, medevac, VVIP, and corporate shuttles. This is not a fantasy but a fact, amphibious aviation is here and now and set to surge. The future is amphibious - wherever there is land, wherever there is water, @Jekta aims to provide a zero-emissions transport solution. Discover more at Revolution.Aero. #Revolution.aero #sustainableaviation #JektaSwiss #regionalamphibiousaircraft #seaplane #zeroemissions #futureflight #JourneyBeyond

“A mile of road only takes you a mile but a mile of runway can take you anywhere – we think they were wrong, we think you only need 300 ft” https://lnkd.in/eCNzwkKK Today we put our money where our mouth is and show that our technology really does what we said it would – that we can fly slowly under control and get in and out of short spaces. While many operators will initially fly the production aircraft from airport to airport (and it’s a great airplane for this too!) where it requires 0 infrastructure changes (zip, zilch, nada), the STOL capability enables access to new places while preserving regional ranges – ultimately saving passengers a ton of time and providing operators with huge growth potential. In a world full of fads and hype, there are people who still care about fundamentals. - Fixed wing provides more payload, more range, and lower cost than rotary wing/vertical takeoff and landing aircraft. - Electrification for the sake of electrification is not the point – it has to “earn” its way onto the aircraft by providing utility to the customer. In our case, enabling STOL to provide access to spaces previously reserved for helicopters while making it a clean and quiet neighbor. - Batteries still have decades of development to do before they can provide the range needed for real-world commercial operations under IFR. Turbine hybrid systems, like the one used by Electra, have been flying for decades as an auxiliary power unit (APU) on just about every large commercial aircraft. As I said in the video, getting to this point has taken a lot of blood, sweat, and a few tears from an incredible team who have largely dedicated their lives over the past few years to making this vision a reality. I’m especially thankful to Christopher Courtin, Chief Engineer for the Technology Demonstrator, whose Ph.D. has been dedicated to rigorous analysis of STOL, DEP, and electric aircraft technologies as well as George Bucsan who led the development of all of the aircraft’s systems (including the hybrid propulsion system) from scratch. We’re also excited to welcome Buddy Sessoms as our Product Chief Engineer. He was most recently the Chief Product Officer at Piper and has lead the development of some very successful aircraft. Finally, I’d like to thank John Langford who has been an incredible CEO, mentor, and friend throughout this journey. While we’ve shown that we can fly into small spaces, we’re not done – there’s more capability left in the airplane and we’re working some really neat control approaches that will make it even shorter while we continue the design and testing of the 9-passenger pre-production aircraft with our partners. More to come – stay tuned. Onward and upward. P.S. Checkout the new website that dropped today too: https://www.electra.aero/ P.P.S: If you ever feel like you're wasting your life at work and want to do something that really matters, we're hiring. https://lnkd.in/dtTezBt

Hydrogen fuel - already by land (cars and trucks) and sea (the massive hydrogen-powered Suiso Frontier built by Kawasaki Heavy Industries). By air is next from Sirius Aviation.

#ICYMI: The world's first piloted flight of an electric aircraft powered by liquid hydrogen! H2FLY, a German developer of hydrogen-electric powertrain systems for aircraft, has achieved the world's first piloted flight of an electric aircraft powered by liquid hydrogen. The 'HY4' demonstrator aircraft took off from Maribor, Slovenia, and demonstrated safe and efficient operations in multiple flight tests, including one that lasted over three hours. The results indicate that the use of liquid hydrogen, rather than gaseous hydrogen, could double the maximum range of the HY4 aircraft from 750 km to 1,500 km. This is a significant leap toward delivering emissions-free, medium and long-haul commercial flights. Learn more ➡ https://lnkd.in/eQgY5f-2

Out with the old and in with the new, but how? 🛩 As we transition to the next era of aviation, VTOL aircrafts are the leading topic. This shift prompts many questions, most importantly: How will VTOLs reshape the current aviation landscape?  Drawing from our team's extensive expertise in aviation, we approach this change with a deep understanding of the industry's current landscape. VTOLs support the movement toward a more sustainable future for aviation. However, their integration will require changes in current infrastructure, including airspace approvals, the development of new Vertiports, charging stations, battery storage and power distribution capacity. As we stay updated on emerging technologies, we leverage our past knowledge to gain new insights, fostering a more efficient aviation future.

Exciting strides in sustainable aviation are being made with the Ecopulse hybrid-electric demonstration program, a collaborative effort between Airbus, Daher, and Safran. Recently, the program achieved a significant milestone, logging 1.5 hours of flight testing in full electric mode on a modified turboprop. This marks a crucial step forward in the partners' exploration of hybrid-electric flight, distributed propulsion, and high-voltage systems. Through Ecopulse, the distributed motor design is being tested to help reduce drag. With an overarching goal of contributing to aviation's decarbonization, Ecopulse incorporates six electric motors and associated propellers on the wing, offering flexibility in power distribution through batteries and a turbogenerator. Challenges remain, particularly in battery technology, where advancements are needed to fulfill performance expectations and regulatory requirements. Despite these obstacles, the Ecopulse project underscores a firm commitment to sustainability and innovation in aviation, laying the groundwork for a greener future in the skies. #Sustainability #AviationInnovation #Ecopulse #ESG #sustainableaviation #Airbus #Safran #Daher

If you're part of the local business community, you probably know the great things Horizon Aircraft has been up to, and we're thrilled to support this innovative company. With a $1M investment from the KLCFDC and Invest Kawartha, Horizon Aircraft is revolutionizing aviation with its cutting-edge Electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft. This innovative hybrid gas/electric aircraft, equipped with a patented fan-in-wing propulsion system, can take off and land like a helicopter but fly at high speeds like a plane. This breakthrough technology promises to transform regional transportation, medical services, and emergency response. 🎉✈️ 🎥 Check out our video summary to see how Horizon Aircraft is leading the way in the eVTOL sector, creating jobs, and driving technological excellence in Canada. Thanks to this investment, Horizon is set to double its workforce and accelerate the development of its prototype. Let’s celebrate this step towards a carbon-neutral future and a more connected Canada! https://lnkd.in/gK82NTfq #TeamKawarthaLakes #Innovation #Aerospace #eVTOL #CanadianTech #KawarthaLakes #successstory Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario | Agence fédérale de ...

Electric propulsion systems in #aviation are now within reach, with established manufacturers and suppliers like Electric Flytrain actively working on such solutions. With this backdrop, the 8th E2FLIGHT® conference, titled "#Challenges of #ScalingUp," centers on transforming what was once a mere dream into practical reality. German Aerospace Center (DLR) has organized this conference to address the implementation of electric propulsion systems, marking a significant shift in the aviation industry's trajectory. Save the date: 📅 When: September 12th, 2023 📍Where: ICS Internationales Congresscenter Stuttgart, Germany Check the link for updated information:  https://www.e2flight.com/ #electricflight #innovationhub #batterytechnology #ceotalks #futureofmobility