Pipistrel Alpha electro ZERO EMISSIONS ELECTRIC AIRCRAFT From AUD$249k - AVAILABLE NOW
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We are such strong advocates of owning and operating a Pipistrel Alpha Electro 2 seater electric passenger aircraft that we own and operate one of our own as the very first zero emissions aircraft in the FlyOnE Fleet (being used as a trainer and demonstrator).It operates primarily from Jandakot airport and is currently the only electric aircraft in Western Australia.
We are seeking a local indigenous artist to create a unique artwork specific to the stories, people and spirits of the primary operational area, Jandakot and Rottnest island, that we can wrap the aircraft with.We wish to celebrate and pay respect to the original custodians of the region as we lay the foundations of a transport network that is lower impact on the environment around us so as to help preserve the local natural beauty we are surrounded by.Please submit expressions of interest to elevate@flyone.com.au
Image Artwork credit: - Public transport Authority, superimposed onto a Pipistrel Alpha Electro airframe by FlyOnE.
The Pipistrel Alpha Electro is a 2-seat all-electric fixed-wing aircraft. It has short take-off distance, powerful 1000+ fpm climb capability and an endurance of one hour plus a 30-minute reserve.The Alpha Electro is optimized for traffic-pattern operations, where up to 13% of energy is recuperated on every approach, increasing operations range and at the same time enabling short-field landings.Originally designed for flight training operations, recent developments in technology and infrastructure by FlyOnE have opened up new opportunities for this aircraft to easily service surveying, safety and transport operations in remote areas, agricultural applications, and even personal regional transport with range extension options available.
Every single element of aircraft has been refined to be lighter, more efficient and more reliable than before. The 60+ kW electric motor only weighs 20 kg and is more powerful than the popular Rotax 912 series, typically used on microlights and LSAs. The 21 kWh battery pack is dual-redundant and designed to be either quickly replaceable within minutes or charged in less than one hour, thanks to the next generation of Pipistrel’s Battery Management technology. The airframe uses proven features from hundreds of Pipistrel’s aircraft flying worldwide.
FlyOnE is an official Pipistrel Brand ambassador facilitating the sales, registration and servicing of this (and other) zero emissions aircraft in Western Australia.
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TECHNICAL DATA PIPISTREL ALPHA ELECTRO
ENGINE Pipistrel PEM 60MVLCMax power 60 kW 1 min, Cruise 50 kW @ 2100 – 2400 rpmPROPELLERGround adjustable three-blade 1.64 m diameter propellerDIMENSIONSWing span 34′ 6″ (10.5 m)Length 21′ 4″ (6.5 m)Height 6′ 9″ (2.05 m)Wing area 102.4 sqft (9.51 m2)Rudder area 11.8 sqft (1.1 m2)Tail area 11.6 sqft (1.08 m2)Aspect ratio 11,8Positive flaps 0°, 15°, 25°Centre of gravity 20% – 38% MACWEIGHTSBasic empty weight – with batteries 368 kgMax take off weight (MTOW) 472,5 – 550 kg (LSA)Payload 182 kgPERFORMANCEDATA PUBLISHED FOR MTOW 1,212 lbs (550 kg) All speeds in KnotsStall with flaps 38 KCASStall without flaps 45 KCASCruising speed (75% power) 85 KIASMaximum horizontal speed at sea level 100 + -KIASVNE 135 KIASMax speed with flaps down 70 KIAS
Manoeuvring speed 86 KIASBest climb speed 76 KIASMax climb rate 1,220 fpmBest glide ratio speed 64 KIASBest glide 15:1Take off run – grass 555 feetTake off over 50′ obstacle – grass 870 feetService ceiling 12,800 feet45°-45° roll time 2.6 secEndurance up to 60 minutes (plus reserve)Cruise range distance 75 NMMax load factor permitted @ (1.875) +4g -2gDesign safety factors & tested minimum 1.875Note: Data is for Sea level, Hard runway, ISA conditions. Pipistrel reserves the right to revise this data sheet whenever occasioned by product improvement, government/authority regulations or other good cause.
Alpha Electro Australian Special Certificate of AirworthinessAlpha Electro – CASA Cof A form720 Current-January 2017
Prices are subject to fees and charges relevant to processing and import costs depending on current dollar exchange conditions. For a price and delivery time estimate, contact us at EXPRESSION OF INTEREST
Charge characteristics
Peak Charge at 30kw 50Amp
Single Phase or 3 phase Charger options
Power requirements Approx. 15kwh per charge
Battery capacity 21kwh