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NASA's Langley Research Center demonstrated Electra's EL-2 Goldfinch eSTOL aircraft's short takeoff and landing capabilities, completing a 120-mile flight using DEP and blown lift technology.
NASA Langley Research Center witnessed Electra's EL-2 Goldfinch, a hybrid-electric eSTOL demonstrator, showcase its short takeoff and landing capabilities.
The aircraft, developed under NASA Space Act Agreement, completed a 120-mile cross-country flight using distributed electric propulsion (DEP) and blown lift technology, allowing takeoff and landing in under 150 feet.
Electra plans to develop a 9-passenger eSTOL production aircraft for short- and medium-distance trips up to 500 miles, aiming to extend seamless air travel to all communities.
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El Centro de Investigación Langley de la NASA demostró las capacidades de despegue y aterrizaje cortos del avión EL-2 Goldfinch eSTOL de Electra, completando un vuelo de 120 millas utilizando DEP y tecnología de elevación soplada.