Pipistrel’s EASA certified electric motor now commercially available

Pipistrel is now offering its electric propulsion systems to aircraft designers and manufacturers globally.

The E-811 motor is certified for use in General Aviation by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) in May 2020. It is developed for Pipiestral’s Velis electric LSA which was certified by EASA in June 2020 . The E-811 motor combines a liquid-cooled electric motor and a liquid-cooled power controller. Offering 57.6 kW (77 hp) of peak power, and 49.2 kW (66 hp) of maximum continuous power, the E-811 is the ideal powerplant for powered sailplanes, UL, LSA and VLA aircraft, where a Type Certified Engine is required. It may also be installed on Part-23 Level 1 aircraft and other distributed propulsion applications by applying the corresponding special conditions.

For more information about the motor and the order procedure, you can visit https://www.pipistrel-aircraft.com/aircraft/electric-flight/e-811/