Slovenia-based Pipistrel Aircraft has won the Aircraft Design Award from the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA), for its environmentally friendly Velis Electro.
Pipistrel Velis Electro Wins Aircraft Design Award
Key Takeaways:
- Slovenia-based Pipistrel Aircraft won the AIAA Aircraft Design Award for its environmentally friendly Velis Electro, recognizing it as a leader in green aircraft design.
- The Velis Electro is the world's first type-certified electric aircraft, praised for its pioneering role in sustainable aviation.
- Key innovations include a liquid-cooled battery solution that enhances safety by tolerating thermal runaway and doubles battery life, significantly reducing operating costs.
- This two-seat electric trainer offers up to 50 minutes of flight time on lithium-ion batteries, with a typical charging cycle of 1 to 2 hours.
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