Aircraft
Noemi Taps Seaplane Demand in India and Philippines
Indian officials are reportedly willing to encourage new seaplane services
Noemi electric seaplane
Norway’s Noemi Aerospace is working to bring its nine- to 19-passenger electric seaplane to market in 2030.

India’s largest helicopter operator, Pawan Hans (PH), has confirmed plans to launch seaplane operations, having this week signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) that could lead to an order for the electric amphibious aircraft being developed by Noemi Aerospace. The Norwegian start-up—which was formerly known as Elfly—announced the agreement on August 10 and is expected to disclose another Indian partner in the coming days.

The partnership will involve Noemi and government-owned PH, which is now being restructured, jointly developing the business case for operations with the seaplane. The work will cover options for wet lease operations and training for PH technicians to provide product support in India.