Eviation Aircraft has appointed TLG Aerospace, a Seattle-based aerospace engineering company, for the design of the production configuration of the Alice commuter aircraft.

Recently named one of Time Magazine's 100 Most Influential Companies 2023, Eviation built the nine passenger Alice all-electric commuter aircraft from a clean-sheet design, integrating magniX's industry-leading electric propulsion system for zero carbon emissions. It features lower operating costs per flight hour than light jets or high-end turboprops, thereby providing the opportunity to activate more routes and improve the convenience of air travel.

"Establishing the production configuration of the Alice aircraft is an important milestone in the programme," says CEO Gregory Davis. "This allows us to complete the design of the production version of the aircraft, a significant step on Alice's path to certification. We are excited to work with the expert engineering team at TLG Aerospace to take Alice into this next stage of bringing zero carbon, cost-effective and convenient air travel to the market."

"TLG Aerospace is thrilled to be joining this significant chapter in the development of the Alice aircraft," adds CEO Steve Muenzberg. "Alice is an innovative, beautifully designed plane and a vital solution to reduce the aviation industry's carbon emissions. At TLG Aerospace we are committed to supporting the aviation industry's transition to sustainability, and working with Eviation's Alice is a tremendous opportunity to contribute to this critical initiative."