Bye Aerospace might just become the first U.S. company to certify an all-electric airplane in the normal category under Part 23 if the targeted mid- to late 2020 deadline holds to earn agency approval of the two-place Sun Flyer 2 and the four-place Sun Flyer 4. But Bye Aerospace’s reason to keep moving forward toward certification is not necessarily driven by a need to win an award as the industry’s first, as much as the need to get the new planes out into the business world. CEO George Bye said the company holds 220 combined deposits for the Sun Flyer 2 and the Sun Flyer 4.
George Bye Addresses the Future of His Electric Airplanes
Key Takeaways:
- Bye Aerospace is actively pursuing U.S. certification for its all-electric Sun Flyer 2 and 4 aircraft, aiming to be the first in their category and holding 220 combined deposits.
- The Sun Flyer 2 targets significantly reducing flight training costs, potentially lowering hourly fuel/electricity expenses from over $50 to as little as $3, addressing the pilot shortage.
- The Sun Flyer 4 is envisioned for efficient on-demand air taxi services, while both models boast advanced electric powerplants, aerodynamic designs that reduce drag, and an environmentally friendly, quiet operation.
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