The Airbus E-Fan 1.2, a new version of the aerospace giant’s vision for the future of general aviation flight, will make its U.S. debut next week at EAA AirVenture, highlighting a brand-new hybrid-electric propulsion system pioneered for the project with partner Siemens.
Hybrid-Electric Airbus E-Fan 1.2 to Debut at Oshkosh
Key Takeaways:
- The Airbus E-Fan 1.2, featuring a new hybrid-electric propulsion system developed with Siemens, will make its U.S. debut at EAA AirVenture.
- This innovative system uses a gasoline engine to charge batteries, which then power electric motors driving ducted fans, significantly extending the aircraft's range.
- Airbus plans to introduce a four-seat, hybrid-electric production model by 2030 with four hours flight endurance, envisioning this technology as a precursor to hybrid-electric airliners.
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