- Founded in 2015, Eviation aims to revolutionize aviation with electric aircraft.
- Eviation’s all-electric aircraft, Alice, completed its first flight in 2022 and is progressing toward commercial launch.
- Alice is set to enter service by 2026, with airlines eager to adopt its zero-emission technology.
In an industry where innovation often battles tradition, one company dared to challenge the status quo.
It was 2015 when Omer Bar-Yohay and Aviv Tzidon, set out to change the skies. They founded Eviation Aircraft with a simple yet revolutionary idea: to create an electric aircraft that could redefine regional air travel.
This wasn’t just about innovation; it was about transforming an entire industry, proving that electric propulsion wasn’t just a distant possibility but a very real, very near future.
With Greg Davis now at the helm, Eviation’s mission remaines unwavering.
The goal?
To build an aircraft that would not only meet the needs of today’s travelers but also address the environmental challenges of tomorrow.
The Birth of Alice: A Dream Realized
Fast forward to September 2022, and the dream took a tangible form in the skies above Moses Lake, Washington.
Here, after years of rigorous design and engineering, Alice—the world’s first all-electric commuter aircraft—soared into the clouds.
The maiden flight, lasting a brief but monumental eight minutes, marked a turning point in aviation history.
Alice reached an altitude of 3,500 feet, its electric engines humming quietly as it demonstrated that clean, electric-powered flight was not only feasible but also imminent.
This wasn’t just a technical achievement; it was the culmination of years of relentless effort, countless hours in the lab, and an unshakeable belief in the power of innovation.
Alice’s successful flight was a testament to what Eviation had been working towards since its inception—a future where air travel is sustainable, efficient, and accessible.
Challenges Overcome and Partnerships Forged
But the road to this success was far from smooth. Building a plane like Alice required overcoming significant challenges, from perfecting the electric propulsion system to ensuring the aircraft could meet the stringent safety standards required for commercial aviation.
Yet, each hurdle was met with determination and innovation.
In February 2023, Eviation achieved another critical milestone: the completion of wind tunnel testing for Alice.
This phase was vital in refining the aircraft’s aerodynamics, ensuring it could glide through the air with minimal resistance.
Not long after, the Conceptual Design Review was finalized, marking yet another step toward bringing Alice to market.
Eviation’s journey was also marked by strategic partnerships that provided the necessary technology and expertise.
Collaborations with industry giants like Honeywell and Siemens were crucial in developing the state-of-the-art electric propulsion systems and avionics that make Alice a marvel of modern engineering.
These partnerships weren’t just business deals; they were alliances forged in the shared belief that the future of aviation is electric.
A Future Unfolding: What Lies Ahead
As Alice prepares for its commercial debut, Eviation’s vision is beginning to take shape in more ways than one.
By 2026, Alice is expected to enter service, ready to carry nine passengers across a range of 440 nautical miles—silently, efficiently, and with zero emissions.
Airlines and charter operators are already lining up, eager to add this groundbreaking aircraft to their fleets.
But Eviation’s ambitions don’t stop with Alice. The company envisions a fleet of electric aircraft, each one pushing the boundaries of what’s possible, each one a step toward a cleaner, more sustainable future.
In an industry often criticized for its environmental impact, Eviation is not just part of the conversation—it’s leading it.
Edited By Annette George
