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Dominating the world?
Pipistrel Velis Electro, the world's first certified electric plane, moves into new markets
Pipistrel Velis Electro
Image: Pipistrel
Rafael Ramos
8/21/2021
On June 10, 2020, the plane to reach the important mark of being certified was the Pipistrel Velis Electro electric, and it remains the only electric in the world to receive certification.
The plane continues to be successful around the world, now in the US market. The aircraft was acquired by Florida Tech, with its maiden flight being last week. Florida Tech was also the first customer of the plane in the country. However, the tram is not yet certified in the US, so its flights are being in the experimental category.
The maiden flight lasted just over 22 minutes, using about 33% battery power, so the operating cost was $1.03. These data are encouraging, so the FAA is also interested in the plane. the agency is in the process of awarding an $85,000 contract to Florida Tech to provide data for the single-engine's first 50 hours of flight.
“We are happy and proud to announce that, after Taurus Electro and Alpha Electro, the Pipistrel Velis Electro is already Pipistrel's third series-produced electric aircraft model now flying in the USA. Pipistrel will continue to work with the FAA to identify pathways to recognize EASA type certification in the US to enable commercial operations and pilot training with Velis Electro – which is already possible in all EASA member states and countries where EASA certifications are valid”, says Ivo Boscarol, CEO of Pipistrel.
Pipistrel Velis Electro
Image: Florida Tech
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Rafael Ramos
Aviation enthusiast from an early age, he had his first contacts with the area developing that good old habit of spending dozens of hours in front of the screens of Micrsoft Flight Simulator and other simulators. With a solid background in various technological areas, including engineering and chemistry, Rafael has rejoined aviation as editor and author of articles and materials on our portal, providing invaluable help to the dynamics and expansion of the website and the aeronautical community, bringing us the news and updates so indispensable for us to remain current in our area of operation.
   
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