The U.S. Air Force has begun initial flight testing of Beta Technologies' electric Alia aircraft in Florida, marking the first delivery of the aircraft to a contracted partner.
Initial trials included flights between bases, rapid recharging at the military's first Level 3 station, and collection of infrared (IR) signature data to assess electric aircraft survivability compared to conventional models.
Data gathered on battery usage, logistics, and charging infrastructure will inform future Air Force electric aviation projects and aid in establishing new operational and safety procedures for this emerging technology.
The U.S. Air Force began its first round of testing of Beta Technologies’ electric aircraft Alia in Florida, the service announced this week.
The Alia arrived at Duke Field (KEGI), located about 10 miles north of Eglin Air Force Base, Florida, in late October, marking Beta Technologies’ first delivery of an aircraft to a contracted partner.
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