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VoltAero's Cassio Set for Tour-de-France Demonstration Tour
The Cassio technology demonstrator will visit 10 cities all around France to show local business and political leaders its potential.
VoltAero Cassio
The production version of the VoltAero Cassio will feature a single hybrid-electric propulsion unit driving a pusher prop. (Image: VoltAero)

VoltAero is preparing to take its hybrid-electric Cassio aircraft on a tour of 10 French cities to promote its potential to provide more environmentally sustainable regional air services. On October 19, the French company announced it is partnering with airport and infrastructure group Edeis to further plans to have an initial version of the fixed-wing, eSTOL design ready to enter commercial service by early 2023.

Under the partnership, Edeis will provide the resources needed to support the Cassio’s development and service entry, including airport infrastructure, airspace support, and customer service. The two companies will collaborate to set up a support network that will also include maintenance, repair, and overhaul services, as well as training.