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Swedish startup Heart Aerospace has unveiled a major breakthrough in electric aviation: a full-scale electric aircraft demonstrator, Heart X1. With a 32-meter wingspan, the Heart X1 serves as a precursor to the company's ES-30 project – a 30-seat hybrid-electric aircraft aimed at transforming regional air travel, which is scheduled to enter service by the end of the decade. Presented yesterday at their Hangar Day event in Gothenburg, the reveal signals a bold shift in the industry's response to environmental challenges. CEO Anders Forslund noted that while fuel efficiency improvements have halved consumption since the 1960s, further gains are becoming limited. He emphasised the need for the industry to pivot towards new propulsion technologies, such as electric power, to meet future demands. Forslund's vision aligns with a recent report by The International Council on Clean Transportation, which stresses that aircraft produced by the mid-2030s must have net-zero emissions integrated throughout their lifespan. For more insights on Heart Aerospace's announcement, read our latest newsletter by Dirk Singer: https://lnkd.in/dYEa7_gD #electricaviation

We are excited to share that Heart Aerospace, a leading Sweden-based hybrid-electric aircraft manufacturer, has announced the opening of a new Research and Development (R&D) Hub in Los Angeles, USA. This strategic move is pivotal as the company prepares for a new phase of hardware testing for its groundbreaking regional hybrid-electric airplane, the ES-30. The Los Angeles Hub will focus on advancing Heart Aerospace’s innovative hybrid-electric propulsion system and other key technologies. The company plans to relocate its full-scale aircraft demonstrator to the U.S. to showcase the proof of concept for this pioneering propulsion system. Anders Forslund, co-Founder and CEO of Heart Aerospace, remarked, “Los Angeles is the obvious choice for our R&D Hub given the city’s rich history of innovation. We are working on independent hybrid propulsion, which we aim to demonstrate by 2025.” To spearhead this initiative, Benjamin Stabler has been appointed as the new Chief Technology Officer. Stabler brings extensive experience from leading hardware and software teams on SpaceX's Crew Dragon program and co-founding Parallel Systems, a developer of automated, battery-electric freight rail vehicles. He will build and lead a team in Los Angeles, collaborating closely with Heart Aerospace’s headquarters in Gothenburg. Forslund added, “I’m thrilled that Ben is joining our team. His experience and passion for innovation are crucial as Heart advances its mission to decarbonize and democratize air travel. The company is entering an exciting phase of hardware testing.” Heart Aerospace’s ES-30 is designed to revolutionize short-haul travel with a seating capacity for 30 passengers. It boasts a fully electric zero-emission range of 200 kilometers and an extended hybrid range of 400 kilometers, offering lower emissions and operating costs. The aircraft has already attracted significant interest, with 250 confirmed orders and options for an additional 120, along with Letters of Intent for another 191. Heart Aerospace has also secured global investments, with North America emerging as a key market. Read the full article on our blog. #AvfoilNews #HeartAerospace #HybridElectricAircraft #RDAviation #SustainableTravel #Innovation #Aviation #CleanEnergy #AirTravel #ES30 #LosAngeles

Lilium N.V. (Nasdaq: LILM), a leading electric aircraft manufacturer and pioneer in Regional Air Mobility (RAM), has successfully completed the first series of tests on its electric jet propulsion unit. For the first time, the electric engines achieved maximum thrust on the propulsion unit test bench, marking a significant milestone towards zero-emission flight and safety verification of the Lilium Jet. These tests confirmed the expected performance and reliability, reinforcing Lilium’s confidence in its propulsion system’s maturity. The testing, conducted at Lilium’s dedicated propulsion unit test bed near Munich, evaluated the aerodynamic and electrical performance of Lilium’s jet technology. This achievement follows extensive engine testing developed in collaboration with suppliers DENSO, Honeywell, Aeronamic, and SKF Group. Steve Vellacott CEng FRAeS, Chief Technology Officer at Lilium, stated, “Completion of the first engine test is a significant achievement for Lilium, demonstrating our leadership in electric jet propulsion technology. We are now closer to the first manned flight and the era of commercial electric flight.” Daniel Wiegand, Lilium Co-Founder and Chief Engineer for Innovation & Future Programs, added, “The first test run of the Lilium Jet propulsion unit is a high point in our journey. Our shared belief in electric jet technology’s potential drives us towards transforming regional aviation. This milestone brings us closer to our goal of commercial entry into service.” Gearing Up for Series Production Lilium is preparing for the initial series production of the Lilium Jet propulsion unit at its assembly line near Munich. Aerostructures supplier Aernnova Aerospace has completed the first build of the propulsion mounting system, and Sener Aerospace & Defence has delivered the first set of servo-actuators. These components enable the propulsion units to transition between vertical and horizontal flight modes. Propulsion units from Lilium’s production line will soon be used for ground testing and integration in the first flight aircraft. #AvfoilNews #Lilium #ElectricAviation #JetPropulsion #RegionalAirMobility #ZeroEmissions #Innovation #AerospaceEngineering #SustainableFlight Read the article on our blog! https://lnkd.in/ggHi5xKY

𝙒𝙚𝙡𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰!! And welcome to the future!! This year, the most promising technologies seem to revolve around aerotaxis and vertiports. Aerotaxis, vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) aircraft, are gaining ground as a solution for rapid and efficient urban transport. Vertiports, dedicated landing and takeoff platforms for these vehicles, are becoming a crucial part of urban infrastructure. And which technologies do you see as the most revolutionary in this new year? #engineering #technology #innovation #future #2024 For more: 📌 Follow #ImpressiveEngineering 📌 Click on the 🔔

Welcome to the Future: 2024 Will see the Entry of Flying Vehicles Follow me Ethen Laing for more #Technology, #Engineering, #Robotics and #Sustainability News

#worldintellectualpropertyday This is NOT my ONLY invention related to aerospace engineering innovation. And it is definitely NOT my BEST invention in this field. Not even close. Inventions... As we celebrate #worldintellectualpropertyday, it's important to understand that: if you spin up an invention like the Magnecopter while working at a large company it will, most likely, NOT go well for you. Bad managers will take advantage of your proclivities, especially any talent to invent cool new stuff. They will own it, you will not. Management won't want you around after that. In summary: You will be both: 1. Without ownership of your own IP, and; 2. Out of work. These are the facts. Stay frosty. Don't get ripped off by folks with half your IQ. Magnecopter™ ‘Magnetically Driven Helicopter’ Avemag™ ‘Wayne Avellanet’s magnetically driven concentric wing assembly’ #magnecopter #magneticallydrivenwing #magneticallydrivenhelicopter #vtol #robotaxi #urbanmobility #regulations #visionary #sustainable #electricvehicles #evtol #investments #helicopter #tiltrotor #vertol #verticaltakeoff #venturecapital #advancedairmobility Magnecopter.com

A Piaggio Aerospace Team participated in the annual Clean Aviation Forum in Bruxelles on the 5th and 6th of March. During the event, the main achievements of the research at a European level on the decarbonisation of air transport have been shared. Piaggio Aerospace led the research activities on a transversal Project called SAT (Small Air Transport), involving more than a hundred European partners. Its objective: developing innovative solutions for aerostructure, systems and propulsion for small aircraft and improving efficiency and safety through a “more electric” and digital flight control system. The enabling technologies developed have been integrated and tested in the “Aircraft Zero Lab” Full Scale Iron Bird (ground-based integration test rig) at Piaggio Aerospace's site in Villanova d’Albenga (Italy). These remarkable accomplishments confirm the company's commitment to find innovative solutions for System Electrification and Digitalization as key drivers to meet the increasing market demands for a more sustainable and safer air mobility. #piaggioaerospace #cleanaviation #CleanSky2 #SmallAirTransport #MoreElectric #sustainableaviation #zeroemission Clean Aviation Evektor Group I Safran I Thales I Avio Aero I CIRA - Centro Italiano Ricerche Aerospaziali I Coriolis Composites I DANOBAT I Dowty I GE I Honeywell Aerospace Technologies I IAI - Israel Aerospace Industries I PZL Mielec I Rzeszow University of Technology I Techni-Modul Engineering I Zakłady Lotnicze Margański & Mysłowski S.A.

Heart Aerospace Opens US R&D Hub to Advance Hybrid-Electric Airplane Development Heart Aerospace, a Swedish hybrid-electric airplane manufacturer, has opened a new Research and Development (R&D) hub in Los Angeles, USA. This marks a major step forward in developing its ES-30 regional hybrid-electric airplane. The US R&D hub will focus on advancing hybrid-electric propulsion systems and other key technologies, and will relocate the full-scale aircraft demonstrator to the US for proof-of-concept testing. Benjamin Stabler formerly of SpaceX and Parallel Systems, has been appointed Chief Technology Officer to lead the new hub. Stabler will build a team in the US to collaborate closely with Heart Aerospace’s headquarters in Gothenburg. CEO Anders Forslund highlighted Los Angeles’ innovative environment as a key factor for the new hub’s location. He emphasized the company's commitment to advancing independent hybrid propulsion and aims to demonstrate electric flight by next year. The ES-30, with a seating capacity of 30 passengers, promises significant sustainability benefits, featuring a 200-kilometer fully electric range and a 400-kilometer hybrid range. Heart Aerospace has secured 250 orders, with additional options and letters of intent for 311 more aircraft. The company remains headquartered in Europe, targeting type certification in 2028. #Technology #Electric #Hybrid #SAF #SustainableAviation

Electric Dreams in Skies: Rolls-Royce Starts Testing 320Kw Electric Motor for Hybrid-electric Aircraft Seating 9 and 19 Passengers.  ✈️ Imagine boarding a plane, knowing it's powered by cutting-edge electric technology. Rolls-Royce is turning this vision into reality, starting bench tests on a 320-kilowatt electric motor in Trondheim, Norway. The motor is designed for hybrid-electric regional aircraft that can seat between 9 and 19 passengers and take off from shorter runways. What's groundbreaking is how Rolls-Royce engineers are pushing the limits on the electric motor's size and weight, making electric flight more viable than ever before. The team's innovation extends to a new air cooling system—simpler, lighter, and bolstering safety with a four-electric-lane architecture. This project is a collaborative feat, with Rolls-Royce engineers from five locations pooling their expertise. Rolls-Royce's journey into electric propulsion isn't new. 👇🏽 The team in Trondheim has a legacy of pioneering electric flight, from the 2-megawatt generator for Airbus's E-Fan X project to the 500-kilowatt generator for the M250H program and a 400-kilowatt motor for the Do228hep concept. I think this leap towards electric and hybrid-electric aircraft highlights a shift in aviation, promising cleaner, more efficient skies. 🛫 🌿 It's not just about innovation; it's about reimagining the future of flight. Let's discuss: How do you see electric propulsion shaping the future of regional air travel? Engage below with your thoughts and predictions. Rolls-Royce #electricaviation #Aviationindustry #electricmotor 🌐 Keen on tech, EVs, motor and AI innovations? Let's connect and explore the future of mobility together. ⚡ Stay tuned, stay electrified ⚡

Innovate the future aircraft: Rethink next-generation aircraft engineering Driven by the need for CO2 emission reduction, electrification is a major trend in the aviation industry. Designing the future aircraft, such as electric propulsion aircraft and hydrogen-powered aircraft, will require innovative technologies and processes.