Electric Cri Cri From EADS

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Key Takeaways:

  • The European consortium EADS has unveiled an updated, electric version of the 1970s 'Cri Cri' aerobatic aircraft.
  • This redesigned Cri Cri features quad-electric motors, lithium-battery power, and lightweight composite construction.
  • Introduced at the Green Aviation Show, the aircraft is capable of flying for 30 minutes at 60 knots.
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The European consortium EADS has introduced a quad-electric-motor version of the 1970s French design, the single-place, aerobatic ‘Cri Cri” (Cricket). Unveiled at the Green Aviation Show in Paris, the new lithium-battery-powered Cri Cri was redesigned in composite for lower weight and is said to fly 30 minutes at 60 knots.

Mark Phelps

Mark Phelps is a senior editor at AVweb. He is an instrument rated private pilot and former owner of a Grumman American AA1B and a V-tail Bonanza.

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