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

Graham Warwick Guy Norris January 10, 2020
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...
Graham Warwick

Graham leads Aviation Week's coverage of technology, focusing on engineering and technology across the aerospace industry, with a special focus on identifying technologies of strategic importance to aviation, aerospace and defense.

Guy Norris

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

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