Bye Aerospace announced that it is in the process of installing a Siemens motor in the two-seat Sun Flyer 2 proof-of-concept, which first flew in April. The 90kW motor provides the equivalent of 115 hp, which will power the all-electric airplane to 135 knots, said Bye Aerospace’s president and CEO, George Bye. Power is stored in seven massive batteries, five in the nose section and two in the back.
Sun Flyer Program Progresses as Big Order is Announced
Key Takeaways:
- Bye Aerospace is equipping its all-electric two-seat Sun Flyer 2 with a 90kW Siemens motor, projecting speeds up to 135 knots, a 250 nm range, and an energy cost of approximately $3 per flight hour.
- The Sun Flyer 2 has secured significant interest from flight schools, including 30 orders from Aspen Flying Club and 20 from Spartan College, positioning it as a capable and cost-effective training aircraft.
- With around 150 deposits already taken at a price of $289,000, Bye Aerospace anticipates the Sun Flyer 2 will receive certification in 2020.
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