Aircraft
Safran Starts Work on Propulsion for Aura Electric Aircraft
Collaboration agreement between Safran and Aura Aero advances plans to fly the Integral E flight demonstrator for the first time this year.
Aura Aero expects to see its 19-seat Electric Regional Aircraft (ERA) to enter service in 2027. (Image: Aura Aero)
Aura Aero expects to see its 19-seat Electric Regional Aircraft (ERA) to enter service in 2027. (Image: Aura Aero)

Safran Electrical & Power will supply propulsion systems for a family of new fixed-wing electric aircraft under development by French start-up Aura Aero. In an April 7 announcement, the companies said the partnership covers the initial Integral E light aircraft and the planned 19-seat Electric Regional Aircraft (ERA).