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Safran, EASA Certify First Airworthy Electric Motor

Manufacturer will first install electric motors for customer Diamond Aircraft’s two-seater before expanding it to larger models.

Wednesday, February 05, 2025 at 10:00 AM ET

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Safran’s ENGINeUS 100 electric motor is the first to achieve certification under EASA’s SC E-19. [Courtesy: Anthony Guerra/Safran]

Key Takeaways:

Safran Electrical and Power's ENGINeUS 100 series has achieved the world's first type certification for an electric motor for civil aircraft.
This certification was granted by EASA under its unique SC E-19 special condition, specifically developed for electric and hybrid propulsion systems, addressing novel safety challenges like high-voltage fire risks.
The landmark approval enables immediate installation on small aircraft, such as the Diamond eDA40, and is a critical step towards wider adoption in regional and potentially larger commercial aviation to aid decarbonization.

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Safran Electrical and Power, a unit of aerospace titan Safran, has achieved the world’s first type certification for an electric motor for civil aircraft.

Safran’s ENGINeUS 100 series on Monday became the first engine certified as airworthy under EASA’s special condition SC E-19, which according to EASA is the world’s only special condition for electric and hybrid propulsion systems. The regulator said the approval allows Safran to install electric engines on small aircraft, starting with Diamond Aircraft’s eDA40, before moving to larger models.

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