Our team of engineers and experienced production colleagues participated in its development and the manufacturing of the prototype. Our engineering team was responsible for designing the control systems, rudder, and ailerons. And our production team? They handled the welded parts, such as the nose landing gear, control sticks, rudder hinges and more.

Since this project is incredibly exciting, let’s take a closer look. The new four-seater SFX1 aircraft boasts a unique design, with its engine mounted at the very top of the vertical stabilizer. Moreover, it’s designed to accommodate three types of power units—fully electric, hybrid, and fuel cell-based. The electric version of this aircraft is expected to have a flight endurance of up to 2.5 hours, while the hybrid version promises a range of up to 800 km.

The project is currently in the final stages of the first prototype’s completion. Ground and taxi tests are expected to begin soon. The maiden flight and the start of flight testing are scheduled for 2025.

Elektroflugzeug smartflyer SFX1: Erste Zelle montiert (fliegermagazin.de)