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Boeing-Backed Evio Unveils Regional Hybrid-Electric Concept

Company makes public debut with the announcement of a hybrid-electric model for up to 100 passengers.

Evio 810 hybrid electric regional aircraft
The Evio 810 is planned to accommodate up to 100 passengers on regional flights spanning about 500 nm. [Credit: Evio]
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Key Takeaways:

  • Evio, a Canadian company, has unveiled its hybrid-electric Evio 810 aircraft, designed to carry 76 to 100 passengers and anticipated to enter service by the early 2030s.
  • The project is bolstered by an undisclosed investment and technical support from Boeing, and features a hybrid-electric propulsion system being developed with Pratt & Whitney Canada, aiming for reduced emissions and operational costs.
  • Evio has secured conditional purchase agreements for 250 aircraft plus an additional 200 options from two major airlines, targeting the regional aviation market with potential for cargo and military applications.
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There’s a new player threatening to shake up regional aviation.

Thursday marked the public debut of Canada’s Evio—the developer of a clean-sheet, hybrid-electric, 76-to-100-passenger aircraft that it anticipates will enter service by the early 2030s. The company, which began exploring the hybrid concept in 2019, is bolstered by an undisclosed investment and “technical support” from Boeing.

Jack Daleo

Jack is a staff writer covering advanced air mobility, including everything from drones to unmanned aircraft systems to space travel—and a whole lot more. He spent close to two years reporting on drone delivery for FreightWaves, covering the biggest news and developments in the space and connecting with industry executives and experts. Jack is also a basketball aficionado, a frequent traveler and a lover of all things logistics.

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