AURA AERO and Airbus Protect have signed a cooperation agreement in view of the certification of ERA, AURA AERO’s regional transport 19-seater hybrid-electric aircraft. Both companies say they will share their respective expertise and collaborate on safety, cybersecurity and sustainability aspects of the ERA program and its production means.
“This partnership aims to support a smooth and secure ERA certification process and production schedule” according to the press release. “It is also an opportunity for Airbus Protect to expand its expertise in new technologies such as hybrid propulsion and all-electric systems, as well as in the general aviation (CS-23) regulatory framework.
“ERA is a brand new eco-responsible aircraft. Concentrating many avionic, aerodynamic and propelling innovations, it is the solution to the decarbonisation of regional aviation. This aircraft addresses the environmental challenges of the 21st century, reducing C02 emissions by up to 80% compared to thermal aircraft in the same category, together with a significant reduction of direct operating costs, making regional connectivity viable again.”
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