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Aviation Giants Collaborate on Electric Flight Innovation
Elysian Aircraft, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, and Transavia have launched a joint initiative to accelerate battery-electric aviation development. Through specialized workshops, the partners will address technological, operational, and commercial requirements for implementing electric aircraft like Elysian's E9X model.
Revolutionary Aircraft Design
Elysian is developing the E9X, the first battery-electric aircraft designed for 90 passengers with an 800-kilometer range. This innovation promises cleaner regional air travel between airports worldwide. According to Elysian Co-CEO Daniel Rosen Jacobson, "Building a truly revolutionary aircraft requires deep collaboration with operators and airports to address technical specifications, passenger experience, and network integration."
Airline Expertise Integration
Transavia brings practical operational experience to the partnership. Oliver Newton, Lead Sustainability & Innovation, stated: "Electrification is a promising direction. We're committed to connecting technical innovations with commercial viability while enhancing sustainability." The collaboration has already yielded insights, including potential new routes to underserved destinations where larger aircraft are impractical.
KLM's Strategic Involvement
KLM contributes through its Zero Emission Aviation Program. Manager Jolanda Stevens emphasized pilot involvement: "Pilots provide essential feedback on energy management systems, especially critical when handling multiple power sources." KLM's participation includes exploring hydrogen and hybrid solutions alongside electric propulsion.
Future Ecosystem Development
Partners will develop use cases, route analyses, and passenger propositions in coming months. The initiative extends beyond aircraft design to reimagining air travel. Rosen Jacobson concluded: "We aim to shape the 21st-century passenger experience by making flying more pleasant, efficient, and sustainable."
