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FAA Seeks Input on Special Conditions to Certify MagniX Electric Propulsion Systems
The company already has two applications for the systems.
MagniX eCaravan
MagniX's electric propulsion systems will power the eCaravan aircraft that is already being flight tested. (Photo: MagniX)

The FAA has invited industry comments on proposals to introduce special conditions for certifying electric propulsion systems being developed by U.S. company MagniX. A Notice of Proposed Special Conditions issued on November 19 under FAA’s Part 33 (14 CFR) rules invited comments to be submitted by December 21.

The consultation covers the Magni250 and Magni500 propulsion systems. These are being developed by MagniX to electrify existing aircraft, such as the De Havilland Beaver and the Cessna Caravan.