Hybrid Electric

The company flew its hybrid-electric Eco Caravan using 100 percent ASTM D7566 SAF produced by partner Dimensional Energy.

As the French OEM and logistics giant reflects on 2023, it restructures for growth amid challenges faced by the global aerospace industry.

The series B round brought the company’s total funding raised to date to $145 million, supporting development of the ES-30 regional airplane.

Check out a pair of historic flights made using modified Cessnas, a strange new aircraft on sale, and plenty more in this week’s Future of FLYING newsletter.

The Canadian manufacturer initially set its sights on a five-seat prototype before pivoting to a larger model.

Funding and agreement will speed development and commercialization of the company’s aircraft, which takes off from runways as short as 150 feet.

Ampaire has no plans to build its own aircraft but will inherit Talyn’s intellectual property and Department of Defense agreements.

Model is expected to make its first flight later this year.

The test vehicle aims to help prove the company’s blown-lift technology.

The aircraft maker revealed the two aircraft concepts as part of its bid to attain net-zero emissions by 2050.