Electric propulsion systems continue to make strides forward in light aircraft, following the successful first flights of a new version from Flight Design and Siemens’ eAircraft division. A version of the Flight Design F2e made its first public flight on June 5 in Strausberg, Germany, powered by a Siemens SP55D-driven electric propulsion system, in partnership with its eAircraft unit and APUS, a Strausberg-based company specializing in systems integration.
Flight Design’s F2e Makes First Public Flight
Key Takeaways:
- Flight Design and Siemens' eAircraft successfully conducted the first public flight of their new electric propulsion system integrated into a version of the Flight Design F2e aircraft in Germany.
- The carbon-fiber composite F2e, typically a conventional aircraft, is now targeting the training market with its electric variant, emphasizing reduced noise and carbon emissions.
- The electric system, featuring a Siemens SP55D 55 kW motor, is projected to significantly increase the aircraft's maximum takeoff weight to 1,100 kg when loaded with batteries for 2-3 hours of flight.
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