Beta’s Alia Lands at Boeing Field

Company’s electric conventional takeoff and landing (CTOL) model completes demonstrations for Washington state officials.

Jack Daleo

Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 05:05 PM ET

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Beta’s all-electric Alia CX300 approaches for a landing at John F. Kennedy International Airport (KJFK) in New York. [Courtesy: Beta Technologies]

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Beta Technologies demonstrated its Alia CX300 electric conventional takeoff and landing (CTOL) aircraft at King County International Airport in Washington state, attended by state officials and industry leaders.
The CX300, capable of carrying five passengers or 1,400 pounds of cargo, has been extensively showcased, including a 25-state U.S. tour, stops in Europe, and landings at major airports, highlighting its 336 nm range and 135-knot cruise speed.
Beta is also developing an eVTOL variant (Alia A250) and establishing a nationwide network of electric charging stations, with interest from Washington state airports to integrate this advanced air mobility infrastructure.

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Vermont-based Beta Technologies’ Alia CX300—an electric conventional takeoff and landing (CTOL) aircraft with capacity for up to five passengers or 1,400 pounds of cargo—has landed at King County International Airport (KBFI) in Washington state, the company announced.

The CX300, one of two all-electric aircraft being developed by Beta, also took off at the airport—better known as Boeing Field—as part of a live demonstration on Tuesday. In attendance were officials from the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) and other state agencies, Boeing Field director John Parrott, and “industry leaders from across Washington,” Beta said.