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JEKTA unveils 1:9 scale PHA‑ZE 100 amphibious demonstrator with eight‑motor distributed electric propulsion

Swiss developer JEKTA has unveiled a 1:9 scale test model of its PHA‑ZE 100 amphibious flying boat, featuring eight‑motor distributed electric propulsion, advanced aerodynamics and enlarged cockpit/cabin glazing. Flight and water testing is under way in Italy as the company targets production around 2030–2031.

2025-12-04T02:12:41.039175-08:00

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AAIB final report: Spitfire MK.26B replica crash at Enstone Airfield — yaw on takeoff, safety recommendations

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EAA offers limited-time AirVenture ‘Hot Wings’ playset to build Oshkosh at home

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JEKTA unveils 1:9 scale PHA‑ZE 100 amphibious demonstrator with eight‑motor distributed electric propulsion Swiss developer JEKTA has unveiled a 1:9 scale test model of its PHA‑ZE 100 amphibious flying boat, featuring eight‑motor distributed electric propulsion, advanced aerodynamics and enlarged cockpit/cabin glazing. Flight and water testing is under way in Italy as the company targets production around 2030–2031.

2025-12-04T02:12:41.039175-08:00

JEKTA unveils 1:9 scale PHA‑ZE 100 amphibious demonstrator with eight‑motor distributed electric propulsion

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LEO Solo JetBike Gets Ready For Liftoff As Pre Orders Begin

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ATSB finds operator failed to set separation standards after July 25, 2024 R22 midair collision that killed both pilots

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