Textron eAviation Set to Test Nexus eVTOL

First flight of the full-scale demonstrator will take place at Kansas’ Salina Regional Airport.

Meg Godlewski

Monday, October 07, 2024 at 04:06 PM ET

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Textron eAviation Nexus eVTOL [Courtesy: Textron eAviation]

Key Takeaways:

Textron eAviation announced its Nexus eVTOL aircraft will begin full-scale flight tests at Salina Regional Airport (KSLN) in 2025, following initial restrained flight tests planned for the same year in Wichita.
The Nexus is a zero-emission electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft designed to carry one pilot and up to four passengers, intended for applications such as cargo and passenger transport.
Salina Regional Airport was chosen for its flight test program due to its suitable facilities and its established role in supporting aviation innovation, including uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) research and development.

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The first flight tests of Textron eAviation Inc.’s Nexus eVTOL will take place in 2025, the company announced Monday.

The Wichita, Kansas-based company has announced the first flight of the full-scale technology demonstrator of its electric vehicle takeoff and landing aircraft will happen at Salina Regional Airport (KSLN). In addition to Runways 17/35 and 4/22, the airport also has six helipads.