Whisper Aero Unveils 100-Seat Electric Airliner Concept

An array of 22 electric ducted fans is integrated into the leading edge of the Whisper Jetliner’s wing.

Credit: Whisper Aero
Ultraquiet propulsion developer Whisper Aero is proposing a concept for a 100-seat battery-electric regional airliner in a bid to help aviation achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. The U.S. startup has submitted a proposal to further develop the concept under a new NASA program. The Whisper Jetliner...
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