C h a p t e r 3 | E l e c t r i f i c a t i o n a n d t h e Fu t u r e o f Av i a t i o n
of an electric aircraft can take several hours, even
with today's fastest charging technologies.
These extended charging times make electric
aviation economically infeasible, impacting aircraft
turnaround times. In the current aviation model,
quick turnarounds are essential for maintaining tight
flight schedules and maximizing aircraft utilization.
The longer charging times required for electric
aircraft could lead to increased downtime, reducing
the number of flights an aircraft can operate within a
given time frame. This inefficiency can lead to higher
operational costs and potentially disrupt the tightly
orchestrated schedules of airlines.
The aviation industry is much more likely to adopt
some form of hybrid aircraft before embracing full
electrification in the near future.
Hybrid aircraft can still significantly reduce emissions
compared to traditional aircraft. For example,
hybrid systems can lower overall fuel consumption
and greenhouse gas emissions by utilizing electric
power for take-off and landing, which are the most
fuel-intensive phases of flight. Additionally, hybrid
Many challenges need to be
overcome before we can
adopt fully electric aviation.
To realize the sustainability
benefits of electric aviation
immediately, long-haul
aviation is moving toward a
hybrid approach."
Brian Pelletier
Director of Business Development,
Instrumentation Market, Analog Devices, Inc.
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11 Industry Experts Discuss eMobility and the Future of Aviation
