Mild Hybridization A Potential Path To Near-Term Electrification Of Propulsion

UTC envisions the parallel hybrid-electric conversion of a 30-50-seat aircraft.
Credit: United Technologies Corp.
Barely a decade ago, most people in the aviation industry doubted electric aircraft ever would fly fare-paying passengers. Mild-hybrid regional aircraft could burn 30% less fuel Electric taxiing is a benefit of hybridized single-aisles Now all-electric aircraft capable of taking 2-4 people on urban...

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