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It’s always inspiring to meet people like Tomislav Lang who are doing innovative work on the future of aviation. We need everyone to step up - it takes a village. Glad to be playing our little part.

🎉 Flyvbird has hit 2,500 followers on LinkedIn! 🎉 We are incredibly grateful to each of you for joining us on this journey toward reimagining air mobility. As our community grows, so does our vision for a future where travel is seamless, sustainable, and tailored to you. 🚀 Let’s keep this momentum going! Help us spread the word by sharing our page with your network. Together, we can bring more innovators, aviation enthusiasts, and forward-thinkers into the Flyvbird family. Thank you for being a part of our story. Here’s to reaching new heights—together! #Flyvbird #AirMobility #CommunityGrowth #InnovationInAviation #JoinTheJourney

We are thrilled to announce that flyvbird is attending the prestigious Fall Gala Dinner & Newcomer of the Year Award hosted by the German American Chamber of Commerce, Inc. in New York on November 14, 2024. This esteemed event offers a unique platform to connect with fellow German American business executives and witness the next wave of entrepreneurial ideas. A highlight of the evening is the "Newcomer of the Year" pitches, where startups and small to midsize businesses showcase their forward-thinking ideas for the future. We are also excited to share that flyvbird has some surprises in store for the upcoming months. Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to innovate and expand our horizons.

🚀 flyvbird & Electra's New EL9 – Redefining Regional Air Mobility! 🚀 As featured in the latest Aviation International News https://lnkd.in/ekdFqbkQ article, Electra.aero ' s revolutionary EL9 hybrid-electric aircraft is changing the game in sustainable aviation. At flyvbird - Smart flying , we’re thrilled to align with this cutting-edge aircraft, which brings ultra-short takeoff capabilities and eco-friendly innovation to regional travel. 🌍 Why the EL9 with flyvbird? Ultra-Short Takeoff – The EL9’s ability to operate from runways as short as 150 feet means access to more destinations than ever. Sustainable Power – With its hybrid-electric propulsion, the EL9 aligns with flyvbird’s commitment to eco-friendly aviation. Flexible, On-Demand Service – Flyvbird’s on-demand model, paired with the EL9, delivers personalized, efficient travel for executives and decision-makers. Experience the future of business travel with Flyvbird and the Electra EL9—an evolution in sustainable, convenient air mobility.✈️ #RegionalAirMobility #Flyvbird #ElectraEL9 #SustainableAviation #OnDemandFlights #BusinessTravel

Incredible achievement by Marc Allen and the Electra team with the unveiling of the EL9 Ultra Short hybrid-electric aircraft! Watching the video of this pioneering aircraft, it’s clear that the EL9 is set to redefine sustainable regional air travel, and we couldn't be more thrilled to support Electra’s journey. At Flyvbird, we’re committed to bringing the EL9 into our fleet of Birds, aligning with our mission to offer clean, on-demand air travel that’s closer to where people live, work, and play. Congratulations to everyone at Electra for pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in aviation. We’re proud to stand with you as partners, ready to help bring this groundbreaking aircraft to the skies! #Electra #EL9 #Flyvbird #SustainableAviation #Innovation #RegionalAirTravel

Electra Reveals Design for EL9 Ultra Short Hybrid-Electric Aircraft Electra’s EL9 Redefines Air Travel Without Airports, Emissions, or Noise Electra revealed the design of its groundbreaking EL9 Ultra Short hybrid-electric product aircraft, a nine-passenger piloted aircraft built for the electric future that redefines air travel without airports, emissions, or noise. Electra now enters the development phase of the EL9 backed by over a year of successful flight testing of its EL2 Goldfinch two-seat prototype, proving the technology’s readiness for the future of electric aviation. Electra’s innovative EL9 hybrid-electric propulsion system with blown lift technology enables ultra-short takeoffs and landings in soccer field-size spaces previously limited to helicopters and eVTOLs, but at one-third the cost and with the improved safety and reliability of a fixed-wing aircraft. This unlocks thousands of new locations for direct air service, including small regional airports or unconventional sites like grass fields or parking lots, offering seamless point-to-point regional connectivity for both passengers and cargo. The EL9 aircraft operates with far lower emissions and noise than conventional planes, while its hybrid-electric power system provides extended range and inflight battery recharging, with no ground charging stations required. “Today’s reveal of the EL9 showcases the dedication of our incredible team and partners,” said Marc Allen, CEO of Electra. “This aircraft is more than a new design—it's the gateway to a cleaner, quieter, and more affordable future for regional travel. With the EL9, we're not just making sustainable aviation a reality, we’re redefining how people and cargo move through Direct Aviation, a new category of safe and seamless travel that brings air mobility closer to where we live, work and play.” The EL9 combines blown lift technology with distributed electric propulsion using four independent battery packs and a small turbine-powered generator that drives eight electric motors distributed along the wing to provide high lift at low airspeeds. The aircraft can take off and land in as short as 150 feet, and cruises at 175 knots. With range and payload to fly missions that matter, the EL9 will carry nine passengers with baggage or 3,000 pounds of cargo for 330 nautical miles, and has a maximum ferry range of 1,100 nautical miles with IFR reserves. It will be certified for IFR and flight into known icing conditions. While the EL9 will be equipped with two pilot crew stations, Electra’s Safe Single Pilot technology with fly-by-wire controls will enable ease of precision landings for a single pilot. Electra has over 2,100 orders for the EL9 from 52 operators worldwide, representing more than $8 billion in market value. The first test flights are planned for 2027, with certification and service entry anticipated in 2029 under FAA Part 23 regulations.

🚀 Honoring Shashank Nigam ✈ Nigam: A Visionary in Air Mobility 🚀 Yesterday at the Elektra event in Manassas, I had the privilege of meeting a true icon of our industry—Shashank Nigam, CEO of SimpliFlying . Shashank’s pioneering vision and relentless dedication to reshaping the aviation landscape make him a monumental force in the future of regional, on-demand air mobility. His tireless advocacy for innovation, sustainability, and deeper connections between airlines and travelers has raised the bar for us all. At flyvbird - Smart flying , we’re inspired by Shashank’s leadership and the incredible impact his work continues to make across global aviation. As we forge ahead to bring our own vision of regional, sustainable air travel to life, we’re driven by the standards he and his exceptional team at SimpliFlying have set. His commitment to advancing the future of air mobility is a beacon, motivating us to innovate boldly and to think far beyond conventional boundaries. Shashank, thank you for your passion, your groundbreaking ideas, and the invaluable role you play in pushing our industry forward. Your insights and leadership are transforming the skies, making them more accessible, efficient, and environmentally responsible for generations to come. Here’s to the visionaries who elevate us all—and to Shashank Nigam, whose work continues to guide and inspire the next frontier of aviation! 🌍✈️ #flyvbird #SimplyFlying #AirMobility #Innovation #SustainableAviation #FutureOfTravel #ElektraEvent #IndustryLeaders #GameChangers

Thrilled to have joined the unveiling of Electra.aero ’s EL9 Ultra Short hybrid-electric aircraft, which marks a significant step forward for sustainable aviation! Standing alongside Electra’s CEO, Marc Allen , and congratulating the team Marc Ausman ,Diana Siegel , Barbara Zadina , John Langford on this incredible milestone, we at Flyvbird are more inspired than ever to drive change in regional air travel. The EL9’s capabilities—its ultra-short takeoff and landing, low emissions, and adaptable deployment in unconventional spaces—align seamlessly with Flyvbird’s mission to become the world’s first airline focused on sustainable, on-demand air travel. We see this as the perfect match for revolutionizing the way people and cargo move, making air mobility more accessible, eco-friendly, and closer to where we live, work, and play. With 2,100 orders and growing excitement for Electra’s vision, we’re proud to express our commitment to supporting this groundbreaking aircraft as a key partner. flyvbird - Smart flying is ready to leverage the EL9’s innovative features to ramp up operations and pave the way for a cleaner, quieter, and more efficient future in air mobility. Here’s to Electra and to a future where sustainable aviation becomes the new standard in on-demand air travel! #SustainableAviation #Electra #Flyvbird #Innovation #DirectAviation #RegionalMobility

1 Day to Go: eVTOL Insights #LondonConference! 🚁 November 14, gathering leaders, innovators, and enthusiasts.. This is the place to be for anyone passionate about the future of vertical flight and urban air solutions. Expect thought-provoking discussions, cutting-edge tech showcases, and unparalleled networking opportunities. EA Maven, German Aerospace Center (DLR), CAA International - Part of the UK CAA, Zuri, Urban-Air Port, UrbanV, Stirling Dynamics, Skyrisks, Unisphere GmbH, Airbus, Avtrain, Bristow Group, Maynooth University, Dublin City Council, Future Mobility Ireland, Aergility, LYTE Aviation, Cranfield Aerospace Solutions, Irish Aviation Authority, flyvbird - Smart flying, Olsen Actuators & Drives, SKF Group, frankstephenson Design, AVL, Vertical Aerospace, Skyports Infrastructure, Bicester Motion Registration: https://lnkd.in/dVxr74Sz Jason Pritchard #eVTOL #AAM #Innovation #AviationLeadership

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