Surf Air Mobility says it’s acquiring Ampaire and its hybrid electric powertrain technology as a critical component of Surf Air Mobility’s plans “to improve the affordability, accessibility, and environmental footprint of regional aviation travel.” Surf Air Mobility added in a news release that “Ampaire is currently creating hybrid electric powertrains for existing popular aircraft, aimed at upgrading a first-generation fleet of 9- to 19-seat piston and turboprop aircraft. Tens of thousands of aircraft are currently eligible for this type of powertrain upgrade worldwide.”
Surf Air Mobility to Acquire Electric Aviation Pioneer Ampaire
Key Takeaways:
- Surf Air Mobility is acquiring Ampaire and its hybrid electric powertrain technology to improve the affordability, accessibility, and environmental footprint of regional aviation.
- Ampaire's technology focuses on upgrading existing 9- to 19-seat piston and turboprop aircraft, aiming to significantly reduce direct operating costs, fuel consumption, and carbon emissions.
- This acquisition seeks to transform regional air travel by enabling new point-to-point networks, making flights more affordable, and accelerating the industry's shift towards zero-emission travel.
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