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AURA AERO’s X-VOLT hybrid-electric demonstrator returns to flight ahead of 19-seat ERA development

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AURA AERO has returned its X-VOLT hybrid-electric demonstrator to flight after a September 16 test campaign milestone. The aircraft is being used as a flying testbed for the Toulouse-based company’s planned ERA regional aircraft, a 19-seat hybrid-electric design.

Discovered 2026-09-17T06:50:41.615247-07:00 | 2026-09-17T06:50:41.615247-07:00

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  • X-VOLT’s return to flight marks another test milestone for AURA AERO’s hybrid-electric propulsion and flight-test program.
  • The demonstrator is directly supporting development of the planned 19-seat ERA regional aircraft, providing an early indicator of progress toward a new hybrid-electric regional platform.

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