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Electra Welcomes Industry Veterans Dr. Alejandra Uranga and Tom Clancy To Key Leadership Positions

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Wednesday, December 13, 2023

MANASSAS, Va. , Dec. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Electra.aero, Inc., (Electra) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Alejandra Uranga as Chief Engineer, Research and Future Concepts and Tom Clancy as a member of the Electra Board.

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  • MANASSAS, Va. , Dec. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Electra.aero, Inc., (Electra) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Alejandra Uranga as Chief Engineer, Research and Future Concepts and Tom Clancy as a member of the Electra Board.
  • "Alejandra and Tom bring recognized expertise to Electra at an exciting time in the development of our eSTOL aircraft," said John S. Langford, Founder and CEO of Electra.aero.
  • Dr Alejandra Uranga is an expert in aerodynamics, novel aircraft design, and integrated propulsion systems for sustainable aviation.
  • Clancy earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from MIT and is a senior member of the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA).

Bristow Secures Early Delivery Positions with Deposit for Five Electra eSTOL Aircraft

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023

Bristow signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Electra in 2021 to be the principal launch operational customer for the eSTOL aircraft, with a pre-order of up to 50 aircraft.

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  • Bristow signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Electra in 2021 to be the principal launch operational customer for the eSTOL aircraft, with a pre-order of up to 50 aircraft.
  • "With this early delivery position, Bristow looks forward to being among the first Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) companies to add the Electra eSTOL aircraft to our fleet and offer our customers the advantages of this new class of aircraft," said Bristow Executive Vice President, Chief Transformation Officer Dave Stepanek.
  • "This cash deposit is a real show of confidence in our eSTOL aircraft and a validation of our development roadmap.
  • Bristow is a true AAM leader, and we look forward with anticipation to the future delivery of our aircraft to Bristow's fleet."

Electra Completes World's First Hybrid-Electric eSTOL Aircraft Flight

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Monday, November 20, 2023

MANASSAS, Va., Nov. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Electra.aero, Inc. (Electra) announced today that it has successfully completed the first flights of its EL-2 Goldfinch, a hybrid-electric, ultra-short takeoff and landing (eSTOL) aircraft.

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  • MANASSAS, Va., Nov. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Electra.aero, Inc. (Electra) announced today that it has successfully completed the first flights of its EL-2 Goldfinch, a hybrid-electric, ultra-short takeoff and landing (eSTOL) aircraft.
  • "The Goldfinch completed an all-electric test flight on November 11 and a hybrid-electric flight on November 19, both piloted by Cody Allee, from the Manassas Regional Airport in Virginia.
  • "We're looking forward to further expanding the envelope of this aircraft and demonstrating the full capability of Electra's technology."
  • The two-seat Goldfinch eSTOL technology demonstrator is the world's first blown lift aircraft using distributed electric propulsion and a hybrid-electric propulsion system.

Climate Tech Fund Statkraft Ventures Invests in Electra to Accelerate Sustainable Aviation

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Wednesday, July 26, 2023

MANASSAS, Va., July 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Statkraft Ventures , one of the leading VC funds in energy transition and climate tech, today announced its investment in electric aviation company Electra.aero, Inc. (Electra).

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  • MANASSAS, Va., July 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Statkraft Ventures , one of the leading VC funds in energy transition and climate tech, today announced its investment in electric aviation company Electra.aero, Inc. (Electra).
  • "We are excited to partner with Electra as they are leading the change towards more sustainable aviation," said Alexander Kueppers, Managing Director at Statkraft Ventures.
  • This investment leverages Statkraft Ventures' expertise in sustainable energy transition to accelerate the development and commercialization of Electra's nine-passenger production eSTOL aircraft.
  • "Statkraft Ventures brings a deep commitment to supporting companies and technologies that reduce emissions and address the threat of climate change.

Safran Signs Agreement with Electra to Develop Turbogenerator for the Propulsion of its Hybrid-Electric Aircraft

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Wednesday, June 21, 2023

PARIS, June 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Paris Air Show -- Safran Helicopter Engines has signed an agreement with Electra.aero, Inc. (Electra) to develop the 600 kW electric turbogenerator propulsion system for the prototype of Electra's nine-passenger hybrid-electric short takeoff and landing (eSTOL) aircraft.

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  • PARIS, June 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Paris Air Show -- Safran Helicopter Engines has signed an agreement with Electra.aero, Inc. (Electra) to develop the 600 kW electric turbogenerator propulsion system for the prototype of Electra's nine-passenger hybrid-electric short takeoff and landing (eSTOL) aircraft.
  • The turbogenerator is the heart of Electra's disruptive hybrid-electric propulsion system for its low-carbon aircraft..
  • This turbogenerator is an essential component of the disruptive hybrid-electric propulsion architecture for Electra's low-carbon aircraft.
  • Safran Helicopter Engines will develop the Electra turbogenerator on the basis of its Arrano turboshaft engine and is leveraging Safran's broad expertise in electrical equipment, starting with Safran Electrical & Power, which will supply the two GENeUS electrical generators.

This Week in Transportation News: 11 Stories You Need to See

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Friday, June 16, 2023

NEW YORK, June 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- With thousands of press releases published each week, it can be difficult to keep up with everything on PR Newswire. To help journalists covering the auto and transportation industries stay on top of the week's most newsworthy and popular releases, here's a roundup of stories from the week that shouldn't be missed.

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  • Electra's proprietary blown lift technology uses eight motors to provide additional wing lift, and hybrid-electric power that provides internal recharging capabilities for aircraft batteries, eliminating the need for new ground infrastructure.
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17th Annual Electric Aircraft Symposium to Highlight AAM Progress

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Wednesday, June 14, 2023

FAIRFAX, Va., June 14, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- More than 40 of the world's leading electric aircraft developers and technology experts will be speaking at the 17th Annual Electric Aircraft Symposium (EAS), hosted by the Vertical Flight Society (VFS). The event will once again be held online and in person in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, on July 22–23, 2023 — the weekend prior to the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) AirVenture 2023.

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  • FAIRFAX, Va., June 14, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- More than 40 of the world's leading electric aircraft developers and technology experts will be speaking at the 17th Annual Electric Aircraft Symposium (EAS), hosted by the Vertical Flight Society (VFS).
  • It's organized by industry and government leaders of advanced air mobility (AAM) to provide updates to the community and the public.
  • A special feature this year is a panel organized to support the US government's AAM Interagency Working Group.
  • Each moderated panel session will include a Q&A discussion with presenters and attendees — a hallmark of the annual Electric Aircraft Symposium.

Electra Unveils Full-Scale Technology Demonstrator Aircraft to Begin Flight Testing its Proprietary eSTOL Technology

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Monday, June 12, 2023

Electra's eSTOL technology demonstrator (TD) is the world's first blown lift aircraft using distributed electric propulsion, which enables the airplane to take off and land in very short spaces.

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  • Electra's eSTOL technology demonstrator (TD) is the world's first blown lift aircraft using distributed electric propulsion, which enables the airplane to take off and land in very short spaces.
  • The two-seat piloted TD aircraft showcases the Electra eSTOL technology at full scale and will be flown this summer in an extensive flight test program to track performance and inform the design of Electra's 9-passenger production aircraft.
  • Electra's future eSTOL production aircraft will deliver the operational flexibility of a helicopter with the safety and economics of a conventional fixed-wing aircraft.
  • "We are meeting market demand for cleaner, cost-effective aircraft that can fly people and cargo closer to where they want to go, and this technology demonstrator aircraft will prove that our eSTOL technology makes that possible."

Bristow Releases Second Sustainability Report

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Monday, June 5, 2023

Highlights 2022 successes to include sustainable aviation fuel use, establishment of an environmental management system, expanding global eVTOL and eSTOL partnerships, and improved global health & safety performance

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  • Highlights 2022 successes to include sustainable aviation fuel use, establishment of an environmental management system, expanding global eVTOL and eSTOL partnerships, and improved global health & safety performance
    HOUSTON, June 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Bristow Group Inc. (NYSE: VTOL) today released its second Sustainability Report, expanding upon the achievements outlined in last year's inaugural report, further demonstrating the Company's commitment to responsible growth and environmental stewardship, highlighting its role as a sustainability leader within the vertical lift industry.
  • "Sustainability means striking the right balance between our economic, social, and environmental responsibilities," said Bristow President and CEO, Chris Bradshaw.
  • "We must strive to have as limited an impact on our local environments as possible.
  • Additionally, Bristow implemented a new employee platform to improve tracking of volunteer hours and tied the Company's sustainability programs to broader-impact objectives through alignment with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

Electra Appoints Former Airbus, Boeing Executives and Aircraft Finance Leader to its Board

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Wednesday, May 31, 2023

Electra delivers the most flexible, efficient and cost-effective solution for the $150B Advanced Air Mobility market.

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  • Electra delivers the most flexible, efficient and cost-effective solution for the $150B Advanced Air Mobility market.
  • "I am thrilled to welcome Jim, Allan, and Kirsten to the Electra Board at this important time in the development of our eSTOL aircraft.
  • They bring deep understanding of the industry and an invaluable perspective on aircraft development, operation, finance, and regulation to the team."
  • He also served as President of Rocketdyne Propulsion & Power, President of Boeing Space and Communications, and President of Boeing Integrated Defense Systems.