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The two-seat Diamond eDA40 is powered by Safran's EngineUs 100 electric motor and should complete type certification by early 2024, offering flight training schools up to 90 minutes flight times between battery recharging, which will take less than 20 minutes.
Japanese light-engine maker Kawasaki Motors is making an undisclosed investment in the French start-up that is developing the Cassio family of aircraft.
The carrier plans to acquire up to 23 electric or hybrid-electric aircraft and is now working with four manufacturers to replace turboprop commuters.
The electric version of Diamond's DA40 training airplane will be powered by Safran's EngineUs motor with an integrated motor controller.
Besides being good for the environment, this all-electric aircraft, due to enter service in 2025, promises low operating costs and other benefits.