Introducing the Pipistrel Velis Electro: The Future of Flight is Empowering!
Training Academies Come First, Commercial Flights Later
If you’re an aviation enthusiast, the chances are good that you’ve been interested in the development of electric aircraft. Several electric aircraft designs have been unveiled recently, but one that has caught my eye is the Pipistrel Velis Electro.
First, it is essential to note this is the world’s first, and currently the only, electric aircraft to receive full-type certification from the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). This was achieved in 2020, and it earned its UK certification (CAA TC) in 2022. The US and Canada certification has been elusive thus far. Let’s take a closer look at this intriguing aircraft and what it could mean for the future of flight.
The Design of the Velis Electro
The Pipistrel Velis Electro is a T-tail design with a payload of 378 pounds and a cruise speed of approximately 103 mph or 90 knots. It has a range of 108 nm (124 miles), which means it can easily handle shorter flights without any issues. This aircraft can achieve altitudes over 12,000 feet with a flight…
