Pipistrel's Velis Electro Promises Electric Revolution

Pipistrel's Velis Electro, the world's first type-certificated electric aircraft, is set to shape the future of sustainable aviation as it teams up with the U.S. Air Force's Agility Prime program for innovative training and operational missions.

Amy Wilder

Wednesday, October 25, 2023 at 05:27 PM ET

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Velis Electro flying over forest [Courtesy Pipistrel/Frank Galella]

Key Takeaways:

Pipistrel's Velis Electro, the world's first type-certified electric aircraft, has been selected by the U.S. Air Force for its Agility Prime program.
The Agility Prime program aims to explore the operational and training potential of electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft for various missions.
This selection is seen as a significant endorsement of Pipistrel and the growing acceptance of electric aviation technology, marking an important milestone for sustainable flight.
The Velis Electro is praised for being a cost-effective and environmentally friendly option for flight training, featuring a mature electric engine design.

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In a significant leap toward sustainable aviation, Pipistrel, a subsidiary of Textron Inc., has announced that the Velis Electro, the world’s first type-certified electric aircraft, has been selected by the U.S. Air Force for its Agility Prime program (AFWERX).

Agility Prime, the service’s cutting-edge, vertical lift initiative, explores the operational and training potential of electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft for various mission-critical purposes, including training and operations.