EASA Certifies Safran’s First Electric Motor

Safran electric engine ENGINeUS

Safran's ENGINeUS electric engine 

Credit: Anthony Guerra/Safran
PARIS—The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has granted a type certificate to Safran Electrical & Power for the 125 kW ENGINeUS 100B1, making it the first electric motor approved under the CS-23 standard. The approval paves the way for more powerful motors that may equip hybrid-electric...
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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