Elysian, a pioneering Dutch startup, is challenging the aviation status quo by announcing a 90-seat battery-electric aircraft. Elysian Aircraft has achieved a significant advancement in battery-electric aviation with the unveiling of the E9X. This aircraft, designed for regional routes, showcases the potential of battery-electric aviation as a scalable and economically viable option compared to traditional aviation, setting the stage for a zero-emission future of the industry.
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The E9X features a battery pack with an energy density of 360 Wh/kg and is engineered to transport 90 passengers over distances of up to 800 kilometers.The capabilities of the E9X are backed by two scientific studies “A New Perspective on Battery-Electric Aviation I & II”, in collaboration with Delft University of Technology.
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800 Kilometers Range.Anticipated to cover routes up to this distance based on a battery pack of 360 wh/kg, and up to 1000km with future battery improvements.50% of Scheduled Flights.A 1000 km range covers half of all scheduled commercial flights, meaning electric aviation has the potential to reduce 20% of all aviation CO2 emissions.
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The E9X introduces innovative designs for electric planes accommodating 40-120 passengers. These designs incorporate principles that significantly extend the range beyond previous expectations.
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Five Times More Efficient.Achieves up to five times higher efficiency per passenger kilometer than hydrogen or SAF-powered aircraft, matching the energy efficiency of an average electric car with 1.2 passengers. Elysian’s E9X features a small fuselage and longer wings, with low-mounted wings housing the bulk of the battery mass and the rear landing gear. These design considerations aim to reduce airframe mass and decrease drag by around 15%, boosting the overall range.
