Magnix launches subsequent phase of NASA’s X-57 Maxwell program to accelerate the electrification of aviation.

• MAGniX Unveils De Havilland DHC-7 Sprint 7 Demonstrator Plane, Initiating Next Phase of NASA’s Electrified Powertrain Flight Demonstration Program.
• MagniX’s industry-leading electrical powertrain will be retrofitted onto the plane.
• magniX and NASA partner to accelerate the development of electric flight technology, paving the way for commercial adoption.

 magniX, a pioneer in electrical aviation, has been selected to join NASA’s Electrified Powertrain Flight Demonstration program (EPFD), powering the iconic De Havilland DHC-7 (Sprint 7) aircraft with its cutting-edge electric powertrains.

At a ceremony in Seattle, Washington, the all-electric plane, featuring the logos of magniX, NASA, and Air Tindi, the supplier of the Sprint 7, was unveiled. The revelation marks a significant milestone in this system’s development, having achieved substantial progress by 2024.

• In February, magniX successfully completed its Preliminary Design Review (PDR), finalizing the design for the retrofitting of Sprint 7 with their innovative electric powertrain solutions.
• In April, NASA’s NEAT facility in Sandusky, Ohio, witnessed a major milestone as the magni650 electrical engine successfully completed the first phase of testing on the NASA Electrical Plane Testbed. The achievement validates the magni650’s exceptional performance at altitudes reaching 27,500 feet.
• By June, magniX’s collaboration with Sprint 7 had yielded valuable insights from baseline flight checks, allowing for proactive optimization and enhanced performance.

Within the subsequent section of Electric Propulsion Flight Demonstration (EPFD), one of four turboprop engines on board will be replaced by a magniX electric powertrain, with scheduled test flights planned for 2026. The next stage of development will involve replacing the existing secondary turbine engine with an additional magniX powertrain, marking a significant step forward in the project’s progression. This configuration is expected to significantly reduce gas consumption by up to 40%.

Ben Loxton, Vice President of Energy Products, Fuels, and Dynamics at magniX, emphasized that “magniX and NASA are already demonstrating the feasibility of sustainable flight with the expertise we have available to us right now.” “The Enhanced Performance Fire Division program is rapidly progressing towards operational deployment, focusing on uncompromising security and optimizing efficiency standards.”

“Magnifying its impact on innovation, magniX and NASA have successfully demonstrated the viability of electric propulsion for industrial aviation,” declared Reed Macdonald, CEO of magniX. “By seamlessly integrating our innovative electric powertrains into a cutting-edge aircraft like the Sprint 7, we’re making substantial strides towards mainstreaming electric solutions within the aerospace industry.”

At NASA, we’re thrilled about the potential of electric propulsion for drones (EPFD) to revolutionize aviation by making it more sustainable and widely accessible across the United States. communities,” stated Robert A. Pearce serves as an affiliate administrator for NASA’s Aeronautics and Analysis Mission Directorate. “Hybrid electrical propulsion systems capable of generating one megawatt of power are poised to revolutionize the U.S.” work tirelessly to achieve its ambitious goal of reaching net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, ultimately benefiting the millions of people around the world who rely on air travel as a vital part of their daily lives.

Based in Everett, Washington State, U.S., magniX is a pioneering platform specializing in the development of powertrains and batteries to drive the widespread adoption of electric transportation solutions. MagniX’s comprehensive full-electrical powertrain enables customers a seamless option to electrify their aircraft. Magnix batteries offer a reliable and intelligent solution for electric, hybrid-electric, and parallel-hybrid aircraft, as well as being well-suited for energy-efficient applications in helicopters, eVTOLs, and marine vessels. Additional information can be found at. 

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