The all-electric Bye Aerospace Sun Flyer 2 took its first flight on April 10 at the Centennial Airport (KAPA). With clear blue skies over Denver and perfect conditions “we had a fantastic first flight,” said Bye Aerospace president Charlie Johnson.
All-Electric Sun Flyer 2 Takes Flight
Key Takeaways:
- The all-electric Bye Aerospace Sun Flyer 2 successfully completed its first flight on April 10, with initial performance meeting or exceeding targets.
- Utilizing LG Chem lithium-ion batteries, the aircraft offers a 3.5-hour flight endurance, a significant improvement over some current electric trainers.
- The Sun Flyer 2 aims to address the pilot shortage by providing dramatically lower operating costs ($3/hour), zero emissions, and reduced noise compared to traditional piston-engine trainers.
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