U.S: Heart Aerospace “to Carry Out First Comprehensive Electric Trial Flight at Plattsburgh International Airport”
Swedish hybrid-electric airplane maker, Heart Aerospace, aims to carry out the first comprehensive electric trial flight of its demonstrator airplane, Heart Experimental 1 (Heart X1), at upstate New York’s Plattsburgh International Airport in Clinton County, early next year, reports a press release.
This test flight of the X1, is set to become the largest electric aircraft ever to fly, and marks a critical milestone in Heart Aerospace’s development of its 30-seat hybrid-electric regional passenger aircraft, the ES-30.
The release explains, “With an all-electric, zero-emissions range of 200 kilometres and an extended hybrid range of 400 kilometres, the ES-30 promises unmatched sustainability and efficiency on short-haul routes.” It adds, “The initial experimental flight of the Heart X1 demonstrator is designed to validate the capabilities of Heart’s innovative electric propulsion technology.”
Plattsburgh International Airport located in the Champlain Valley, was chosen as it is an emerging hub for next-generation transportation. “With expansive airfield infrastructure, low air traffic density and strong community support for transportation technology initiatives,” continues the release, “The airport offers an ideal environment for Heart Aerospace’s experimental flight.”
Anders Forslund, Heart Aerospace’s co-Founder and CEO, commented, “Electric commercial airplanes have the potential to lower operating costs for U.S airlines, creating a powerful opportunity to reestablish regional air routes that stimulate local economies, boost tourism, and enhance access to urban hubs.” Adding, “We are impressed by the leadership shown by New York’s North Country region in the support of next generation airplanes.”
Mark Henry, Clinton County Legislature Chairman, remarked, “Heart Aerospace’s decision to conduct its fully electric experimental flight from Plattsburgh International Airport reflects Clinton County’s strong commitment to advancing next-generation transportation technologies.”
He continued, “The County is strengthening its position as a transportation manufacturing cluster, and we are excited to be part of Heart’s journey and the growing sustainable aerospace community in upstate New York.”
The Heart X1 aircraft is currently undergoing extensive tests to ensure a safe and successful flight at Plattsburgh.
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(Top image: Heart X1 Experimental Flight Plattsburgh, Credit – Patrik Olsson)
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