Electra Takes Another Step Toward FAA Certification

EL9 model

A model of the EL9 at Verticon 2026.

Credit: Guy Norris/Aviation Week
ATLANTA—Hybrid-electric aircraft developer Electra.aero held a familiarization meeting with the FAA earlier this month, marking another step toward Part 23 type certification of the company’s nine-seat EL9 ultra-short takeoff and landing (STOL) aircraft. Electra hopes to clinch approval for the EL9...
Guy Norris

Guy is a Senior Editor for Aviation Week, covering technology and propulsion. He is based in Colorado Springs.

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