Electra.aero Surpasses 2,000 Orders for Hybrid-Electric Aircraft

The hybrid-electric short takeoff and landing (eSTOL) aircraft manufacturer reached the milestone following orders from JetSetGo, Lygg, and Charm Aviation.

Jack Daleo

Tuesday, January 23, 2024 at 03:19 PM ET

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A digital rendering depicts Electra’s eSTOL soaring over Vancouver, British Columbia. [Courtesy: Electra.aero]

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Electra.aero has surpassed 2,000 preorders for its hybrid electric short takeoff and landing (eSTOL) aircraft, valuing the order book at over $8 billion, with recent agreements including Lygg, JetSetGo, and Charm Aviation.
The nine-seat eSTOL aircraft stands out for its unique ability to take off or land using only 150 feet of runway, achieved through "blown lift" technology, and does not require new electric charging infrastructure at airports due to its hybrid power system.
Slated for a 2028 commercial launch, Electra's eSTOL offers superior payload, range, and lower operating costs compared to vertical takeoff designs, alongside reduced emissions and noise, with a clear path for FAA Part 23 certification.

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The company behind the November first flight of a hybrid electric short takeoff and landing (eSTOL) aircraft is racking up demand for the design.

Lockheed Martin-backed Electra.aero on Tuesday announced that it topped 2,000 preorder sales for its flagship eSTOL design, an order book the manufacturer values at over $8 billion once fully realized. The nine-seat aircraft is unique, even among electric designs, because of its ability to take off or land with just 150 feet of runway.