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Transport Canada Certifies Three Pipistrel Light Aircraft
All-electric Velis Electro two-seater is now certified in Canada
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Pipistrel's Velis Electro, Club and Explorer light aircraft are now certified in Canada.

Transport Canada has validated the EASA type certificates for Pipistrel’s Explorer, Velis Club and Velis Electro light aircraft. The Textron subsidiary announced the approval on November 12 saying it opens up the potential for orders from flight schools.

The all-electric Velis Electro two-seater earned its European type certificate in 2020, with the UK Civil Aviation Authority following in 2022 before the FAA issued a light sports aircraft (LSA) exemption in 2024. Last year, Transport Canada validated the Electro’s electric engine.