Welcome to today’s episode, where we review the cutting-edge world of hybrid-electric aircraft. Combining traditional fuel engines with electric propulsion, these exciting models offer reduced fuel consumption, lower emissions, and quieter operation. Hybrid-electric technology is becoming essential in the push for a more sustainable aviation industry, blending extended range with environmental responsibility.In this video, we’ll count down the top 10 hybrid-electric aircraft, starting with our first five picks. We’ll examine each model’s unique specifications, performance features, and contributions to sustainability developments or initiatives in the aviation industry. Let’s take a closer look and explore what makes these aircraft so groundbreaking!
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Solar Impulse 1
© Solar Impulse
Length: 71’ 8” (21.85 m)
Height: 21’ (6.40 m)
Wing Span: 208’ (63.4 m)
Wing Area: 2,200² ft. (200² m)
Solar Cells: 17, 248
Gross Weight: 3,500 lbs (1,600 kgs)
Max. Takeoff Weight: 4,400 lbs (2,000 kgs)
Engine: 4 x 10 HP electric motors
Speed: 38 knots (43 mph)
Price: The exact price was undisclosed, but some articles reported that it could be in the range of €20 million ($21,000,000)
Sunseeker Duo
© Solar Flight
Wing Span: 72’ (22 m)
Empty Weight: 617 lbs (280 kgs)
Max. Takeoff Weight: 1,034 lbs (470 kgs)
Solar Cells: 1,510 solar cells with 23% efficiency
Horsepower: 34 HP
Speed: around 43-49 knots (50-56 mph)
Price: Undisclosed
Airbus E-Fan X
© Airbus
Length: 102.1’ (31.1 m)
Height: 28.3’ (8.6 m)
Wing Span: 87.5’ (26.7 m)
Wing Area: 1,569.5² ft. (145.8² m)
Empty Weight: 38,007 lbs (17,239 kgs)
Engine: 2MW electric motor 3,400 HP
Electrical Supply: 3,000V DC electrical distribution
Speed: 188 knots (216 mph)
Price: The exact price was undisclosed, but some articles reported that it could be in the range of $100,000,000.
Lange Antares 23
© Lange Aviation
Length: 24.4’ (7.45 m)
Height: 6.2’ (1.88 m)
Wing Span: 75.5’ (23 m)
Wing Area: 159² ft. (14.75² m)
Empty Weight: 1,168 lbs (530 kgs)
Max. Takeoff Weight: 1,874 lbs (850 kgs)
Engine: DC Brushless Motor 57 HP
Max. Speed: 54 knots (62 mph)
Range: 540 nm (1,000 km)
Price: $175,000
Taurus Electro
© Pipistrel
Length: 24’ (7.31 m)
Height - propeller extended: 8.9’ (2.71 m)
Wing Span: 49’ (14.93 m)
Wing Area: 132.72² ft. (12.33² m)
Horizontal Tail Area: 14.64² ft. (1.36² m)
Empty Weight: 675 lbs (306 kgs)
Max. Takeoff Weight: 1,212 lbs (550 kgs)
Engine: Electric 40/30 54 HP
Maneuvering Speed: 88 knots (101 mph)
Price: $120,770
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