I have this secret fantasy that sneaks up on me at the most unexpected times. I would not dare act out this forbidden dream, not because of any virtue of mine, but rather because I expect the fantasy is better than the reality.
This week at the EAA AirVenture aviation “celebration” in Oshkosh, Wis., Ampaire is accepting letters of intent from general-aviation pilots for its Electric EEL hybrid-electric aircraft. The EEL is a retrofit six-seat Cessna 337 Skymaster with a conventional-combustion engine plus an electric-motor/battery-pack drivetrain. The company reports that it already has more than a dozen letters of interest from regional airlines and charter providers.
Los Angeles company Ampaire is offering its hybrid-electric Electric EEL aircraft to general-aviation pilots starting this week.
The global aviation industry generates 2.4% of total carbon di oxide and 12% of all green house gases. However, the need to meet weight and safety regulations does not allow development of a completely alternate means of propulsion for several decades. However, there is hope in hybrid technology which may reduce carbon emission from the […]
I am used to him, he needs me … I am indebted to him, he is worshiping me. How so, how can he come out from his heart .. I am his dream, he is right, my … !!
Hold a Commercial Pilot's License with Land, Sea & Instrument ratings. I also hold a Flight Instructor's Rating and enjoy the privilege of taking to the skies. I love taking on part-time work ferrying light aircraft around Europe and North Africa and am always willing to help and assist developing student pilots when ever called upon. A great hobby and a part-time job I love !
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