Beta’s CX300 electric aircraft travelled from New York to California and back, flying in VFR, IFR, day, and night conditions. [Courtesy: Beta Technologies]
Key Takeaways:
Beta Technologies' CX300 electric aircraft successfully completed a six-week, cross-country U.S. tour, validating its performance in diverse conditions and demonstrating coast-to-coast electric flight capability using its charging network.
The 6-seat CX300 offers a 336 nm range, a 135-knot cruise speed, and claims 75 percent less emissions than a Cessna 208 Caravan at a fraction of the energy cost.
The extensive tour, including demonstrations for potential routes for the 2034 Winter Olympics, positions the CX300 for customer deliveries and FAA certification this year, supported by a growing charging infrastructure.
During its barnstorming, six-week tour of the U.S., Beta Technologies’ CX300 production-intent electric aircraft was greeted with wide eyes—both of excitement and confusion.
“That’s a pretty, uh, different looking aircraft there—what is that thing?” the pilot of a Cessna 177 Cardinal asked Beta test pilot Chris Caputo during an in-air meetup in Utah.
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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.
