Aircraft
Space Leasing Group Orders 25 Beta Alia Electric Aircraft
Lessor of satellites and ground stations looks to emerging aviation tech
Two Beta Alia CX300s fly over Chicago
Two Beta Alia CX300 all-electric conventional takeoff and landing (CTOL) aircraft recently completed a demonstration flight over Chicago. © Beta Technologies

Libra Group subsidiary Space Leasing International (SLI) has ordered 25 of Beta Technologies’ Alia CX300 electric airplanes, the Vermont-based manufacturer announced on July 23. A Beta spokesperson told AIN that SLI has already placed a deposit to solidify the deal.

Founded by the Libra Group in 2023 to serve the space industry, SLI provides asset financing solutions for satellites and ground stations. Now the London-based company is expanding into the advanced air mobility sector and adding electric aircraft to its leasing portfolio.