Electric Aviation Pioneer Cautions On Challenges Beyond Certification

Pipistrel  Caption: The first certified electric aircraft, Pipistrel’s Velis Electro has received multiple updates based on real-world use

The first certified electric aircraft, Pipistrel’s Velis Electro, has received multiple updates based on real-world use.

Credit: Pipistrel
While electric air taxi developers are focused on the hurdle of achieving type certification, an industry leader cautions that the design and development challenges will continue beyond the milestone of certification and into operation. Tine Tomazic is director of engineering and programs at...
Graham Warwick

Graham leads Aviation Week's coverage of technology, focusing on engineering and technology across the aerospace industry, with a special focus on identifying technologies of strategic importance to aviation, aerospace and defense.

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