ACS-Itaipu Sora-E
The Sora-E is a two-seat electric powered aircraft. It is a joint venture between ACS Aviation of Brazil and Itaipu Binacional of Paraguay.
| Sora-E | |
|---|---|
| Role | Electric Sport |
| National origin | Brazil, Paraguay |
| Manufacturer | Advanced Composites Solutions - Itaipu Binacional joint venture |
| First flight | June 2015 |
Development
The Sora-E is a side-by-side two seat low wing tri-cycle gear aircraft of composite construction. A Slovenian electric engine is powered by six lithium-ion polymer (LiPo) batteries.[1][2]
Specifications (Sora-E)
Data from AVweb[1]
General characteristics
- Crew: 1
- Capacity: 1 passenger
- Powerplant: 1 × electric motor
Performance
- Cruise speed: 190 km/h (120 mph, 100 kn)
References
- "South America's First Electric Airplane Takes Flight". Retrieved 29 June 2015.
- "Sora-E". Retrieved 29 June 2015.
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