Technology · Friday, 17 July 2026
Evolito submits E800 electric engine for CAA certification
UK-based Evolito has applied for type certification for its E800 electric engine, intended for the Electra EL9 hybrid-electric aircraft.
TL;DR
The application follows the selection of Evolito by Electra in 2025 to supply electric propulsion units for the EL9, which utilizes distributed electric propulsion for ultra-short takeoffs. This submission marks a key step in the regulatory path for certifiable, scalable electric propulsion technology in commercial aviation.
AeroTime17 Jul, 11:48 BST
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