Electra Completes First Flight of Hybrid-Electric STOL Design
The journey lasted 23 minutes and covered about 30 miles at 3,200 feet in altitude, taking off from the runway at ‘neighborhood driving’ speeds.
The journey lasted 23 minutes and covered about 30 miles at 3,200 feet in altitude, taking off from the runway at ‘neighborhood driving’ speeds.
Known more for its work with traditional aviation manufacturers and airlines, Honeywell is also heavily invested in the advanced air mobility space—and vice versa.
Company claims to reduce aircraft noise to a whisper while delivering 20 percent greater efficiency than other ducted fan designs.
The propulsion system expert will add significant rocket and energetics capabilities to L3’s portfolio.
Boom Supersonic announced it is collaborating with industry partners to develop a new propulsion system for its Overture supersonic airliner.
California-based Ampaire Inc. has selected Germany’s RED Aircraft GmbH as the reciprocating supplier for its hybrid-electric Cessna Eco Caravan. Announced at EAA Airventure, the partnership includes RED Aircraft’s AO3 series compression ignition engine, rated to 550 hp, and Ampaire’s electrical system for peak power. RED Aircraft will develop and supply Jet A/sustainable aviation fuel (SAF)-compatible […]
Purdue and Rolls-Royce signed a testing agreement Wednesday that will give the university more than $75 million over the next 10 years. The new agreement will fund testing and research targeted to the areas of gas turbine technology and electrical and digital technology. It’s the largest deal with an industry partner in Purdue’s history. Purdue […]
French OEM still waits for FAA certification on the TBM 960.
The agency contends the defense contractor could use its position to harm its rivals.