CAE launches Electric Aircraft Modification Program with Piper Aircraft Inc.
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Tuesday, July 19, 2022
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CAE expects to convert two-thirds of its Piper Archer training fleet and develop a curriculum for new pilots to train on the operation of electric aircraft.
Key Points:
- CAE expects to convert two-thirds of its Piper Archer training fleet and develop a curriculum for new pilots to train on the operation of electric aircraft.
- CAE and Piper Aircraft intend to work together on an electrical conversion kit for third parties, along with training and support services required for the operation of electrified Piper Archer aircraft.
- "Piper Aircraft is excited to support CAE's development of an electric aircraft modification conversion kit for the Piper Archer", said Piper Aircraft President and CEO, John Calcagno.
- Piper Aircraft is focused on aviation's commitment to greenhouse gasreductions and as such, we look forward to collaborating with CAE on the integration of an electric propulsion system for the Piper Archer.