Electra selects Evolito for EL9 Ultra Short electric propulsion
October 13, 2025
Evolito will supply high-performance electric propulsion units for Electra’s nine-passenger EL9 Ultra Short aircraft, enabling 150-foot takeoffs and precision landings.
Electra expands facilities to support EL9 development
October 2, 2025
The hangars and offices in Virginia and Switzerland provide expanded engineering and R&D capacity for Electra’s nine-passenger hybrid-electric EL9, designed for ultra-short takeoff and landing operations.
The move accelerates Electra's vision for advanced air mobility via 'direct aviation', opening the door to thousands of potential new routes that can be flown once the EL9 reaches commercial service in 2029.