Title: Commander, test pilots evaluate new electric aircraft
Location: Eglin Air Force Base, Florida
Date: 22 April 2024
Unit: 413th Flight Test Squadron, AFWERX and the 96th Test Wing
Description: The 96th Test Wing commander was one of approximately 20 test pilot volunteers to try out the Pipistrel Velis Electro, an 80hp, zero emissions, electric Airplane its three-week field trip to Eglin. The Electro aircraft testing, was part of a 413th Flight Test Squadron and AFWERX partnership. Eglin test pilots flew the twin-seat Electro with an instructor for approximately 45 minutes each consisting of pattern work, area maneuvering, and stalls. Afterward, they provided specific feedback and observations about the flight called...
Title: Commander, test pilots evaluate new electric aircraft
Location: Eglin Air Force Base, Florida
Date: 22 April 2024
Unit: 413th Flight Test Squadron, AFWERX and the 96th Test Wing
Description: The 96th Test Wing commander was one of approximately 20 test pilot volunteers
to try out the Pipistrel Velis Electro, an 80hp, zero emissions, electric Airplane its three-week
field trip to Eglin. The Electro aircraft testing, was...
