ATR Delays Launch Of Hybrid-Electric EVO Regional Aircraft

ATR EVO

ATR EVO rendering

Credit: ATR
TOULOUSE—As battery performance is expected to remain insufficient in the coming years, regional aircraft manufacturer ATR has delayed the launch of a hybrid-electric version of its ATR 72 turboprops. Known as EVO, the development was due to be green lit this year, after a feasibility study. The...
Thierry Dubois

Thierry Dubois has specialized in aerospace journalism since 1997. An engineer in fluid dynamics from Toulouse-based Enseeiht, he covers the French commercial aviation, defense and space industries. His expertise extends to all things technology in Europe. Thierry is also the editor-in-chief of Aviation Week’s ShowNews. 

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