In California, Ampaire Inc., a specialist in hybrid electric aircraft systems, said it has completed its first ground test utilizing pure 100% ASTM D7566 SAF produced by Dimensional Energy from electricity and carbon dioxide. Ampaire said it conducted rigorous ground testing using its Eco Caravan hybrid electric aircraft to validate the performance and viability of Dimensional Energy’s pure e-fuel SAF. Ampaire also said its AMP-H570 AMP Drive hybrid electric propulsion units are capable of 50 to 70 percent reduction in fuel and emissions as compared to conventional Pratt & Whitney PT6 turboprop engines typically found in Cessna Caravan turboprops. Combining the hybrid electric propulsion with SAF fuel more than doubles the efficiency and drives emissions to near zero, the firm added. Kevin Noertker, CEO of Ampaire, said: “The successful ground test using pure SAF from Dimensional Energy marks a pivotal moment in our journey towards sustainable aviation. By showcasing the transformative efficiency gains achievable through hybrid electric propulsion, we are driving the future of eco-friendly air travel. For those already recognizing the potential of SAF, its integration into our hybrid electric aircraft enhances its appeal even further.”
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