Eviation Aircraft, a manufacturer of all-electric aircraft, today announced that Northern Territory Air Services (NTAS), an Australian scheduled airline and charter aircraft operator, has signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) for 20 all-electric Alice commuter aircraft.
Built from a clean-sheet design around magniX’s industry-leading electric propulsion system, Alice produces zero carbon emissions and costs a fraction to operate per flight hour compared to light jets or high-end turboprops – thereby providing the opportunity to activate more routes.
The introduction of sustainable technology to meet the needs of NTAS and its customers demonstrates the versatility of electric aviation and the ubiquitous opportunities for positive transformation through emissions-free regional air travel. The Eviation Alice is the first flight-proven all-electric commuter aircraft of its scale – capable of carrying nine passengers or 2,600 lbs of useful load in a cargo configuration. The Next Frontier of Connecting Communities.
“Australia is recognized worldwide for its breathtaking scenery, and adopting carbon-free technologies is fundamental to preserving the environment for future generations,” said Ian Scheyer, CEO of Northern Territory Air Services. The company has prioritized adopting carbon-free and sustainable technologies and is working with various stakeholders to support the introduction of all-electric flights.
The Alice leads the way towards a new era of carbon-free, cost-effective, convenient electric aviation. “With the adoption of electric aviation, we will be able to provide cost-effective and convenient passenger and cargo flights across the outback.” “Eviation’s all-electric Alice aircraft allows us to chart a sustainable path forward in connecting communities across the country. Together, we are bringing the convenience of air travel to communities that have not traditionally benefited from flight connectivity – sustainably and affordably.”
“Electric aviation will transform the way that people and goods move throughout Australia,” said Eddie Jaisaree, Vice President, Commercial Sales at Eviation.
“We value the forward-looking approach NTAS is taking to electrifying both passenger and freight transport services as well as promoting green tourism,” said Gregory Davis, President and CEO of Eviation. It specializes in scheduled and charter air services for business groups, private and tourist travel, and cargo transport. Together, these attributes will empower NTAS to sustainably serve its customers in remote areas of Australia through the enhanced provision of point-to-point air transport. With world leaders currently meeting at the COP27 climate summit, I can think of no better time to highlight the power of this technology to help communities and the planet.”
NTAS is based in Alice Springs, the gateway to the Northern Territory of Australia’s outback, providing a link to significant airlines for passengers arriving and departing from Alice Springs, Uluru and Mt. Isa Airports. Alice will typically operate flights ranging from 150 miles to 250 miles.
Written by: William Trevan
