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Indian Express
an hour ago
- Business
- Indian Express
130 km in 30 minutes for just Rs 700: First electric passenger plane lands in US
A passenger-carrying electric aircraft has completed its first successful flight to New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport, marking a significant step towards sustainable air travel. The flight, operated by Beta Technologies, flew from East Hampton to JFK earlier this month, covering about 70 nautical miles (130 km) in just over 30 minutes, according to Fox News. Kyle Clark, founder and chief executive of Beta Technologies, was at the controls during the flight. He told Fox News, 'This is a 100% electric aeroplane that just flew from East Hampton to JFK with passengers on it, which was a first for the New York Port Authority and the New York area. We covered 70 odd nautical miles in 35 minutes.' Clark also pointed out how affordable the flight was. Charging the aircraft and making the journey cost just around $8 (about ₹700), far cheaper than a helicopter, which would have cost about $160 (₹13,885) in fuel for the same distance. 🇺🇸HISTORIC ALL-ELECTRIC FLIGHT LANDS AT JFK An all-electric aircraft made a landmark landing at JFK Airport on Tuesday, marking the first such arrival at the New York hub. Vermont-based Beta Technologies' Alia CX300 took off from Suffolk County for a 45-minute flight. CEO… — Mario Nawfal (@MarioNawfal) June 4, 2025 Passengers on board were able to talk easily during the flight, thanks to the quieter electric motors compared to conventional aircraft engines. Beta Technologies, based in Vermont and founded in 2017, has been developing electric aircraft for both conventional takeoff and landing and vertical takeoff and landing. The company recently raised $318 million to support production, certification and commercial operations. The CX300, the aircraft that flew to JFK, can travel up to 250 nautical miles on a single charge. The company hopes to secure certification from the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) by the end of the year. Clark explained that electric planes could offer a cleaner, quieter, and cheaper way to travel for short journeys between cities or suburbs. The lower operating cost and reduced noise could make them popular with commuters and those living near airports. Transport companies are also looking at using electric aircraft for city flights that can take off and land vertically, helping reduce road traffic and emissions. The FAA has already put rules in place for pilot training and certification for these air taxis.
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Business Standard
3 hours ago
- Business
- Business Standard
Electric plane makes history flying 130 km over New York with passengers
Beta Technologies' fully electric aircraft, the Alia CX300, has made aviation history as the first of its kind to carry paying passengers. Earlier this month, the sleek white plane took off from East Hampton and landed at New York's John F Kennedy International Airport, completing a 70-nautical-mile (approximately 130-kilometre) journey in just over 30 minutes. The flight cost only about ₹694 ($8) in electricity — significantly lower than the roughly ₹13,885 ($160) a helicopter would spend on fuel for the same route. Because the CX300's motors run almost silently, the four passengers could converse easily throughout the journey, free from the roar of turbine engines, Fox News reported. 'This is a 100 per cent electric airplane that just flew from East Hampton to JFK with passengers on it, which was a first for the New York Port Authority and the New York area. We covered 70-odd nautical miles in 35 minutes,' said Kyle Clark, founder and CEO, Beta Technologies. 'Charging this thing up and flying out here cost us about $8 in fuel. Of course, you have to pay for the pilot and the airplane, but, fundamentally, it's way less expensive,' Clark said, as quoted by Fox News. FAA certification on the horizon Founded in Vermont in 2017, Beta Technologies recently secured $318 million in fresh funding to accelerate production and certification of its electric fleet. The company is working on two models: the conventional-takeoff CX300 and the Alia 250 eVTOL (electric vertical take-off and landing). It hopes to earn Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certification for the CX300 by year-end. With a single-charge range of up to 250 nautical miles, Beta believes its aircraft can transform short-haul travel between cities and suburbs. Beta is not alone in chasing the electric air-taxi market. In May, the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic organisers named Archer Aviation as their official air-taxi partner, promising spectators a stylish escape from LA's infamous road traffic. Archer also awaits FAA approval but aims to launch its LA network as early as 2026. As certification milestones draw nearer, electric aircraft such as Beta's CX300 are positioning themselves to reshape commuter aviation — with quieter cabins, lower operating costs, and zero in-flight emissions.
Mint
6 hours ago
- Business
- Mint
First electric plane carries passengers, flies 130 km for just ₹700
In a breakthrough for sustainable aviation, Beta Technologies' Alia CX300 has become the first all-electric aircraft to successfully fly passengers, covering a 130-kilometre route in the US for the cost of just ₹ 694 ($8), Fox News reported The 30-minute flight—from East Hampton to New York's JFK Airport—carried four passengers and marks a historic first for both the New York Port Authority and the broader electric aviation sector. In stark contrast, a similar trip via helicopter would typically cost over ₹ 13,000 ($160) in fuel alone. 'Charging this thing up and flying out here cost us about $8,' said Kyle Clark, founder and CEO of Beta Technologies. 'Of course, you have to pay for the pilot and the airplane, but fundamentally, it's way less expensive.' Beyond cost, the electric aircraft offered another perk: near-silent flight. With no roaring engines or fuel combustion, passengers were able to hold conversations with ease—a potential game-changer for short-haul business or commuter air travel. Beta Technologies, based in Vermont, has been developing electric aviation tech since 2017. It recently raised $318 million in funding to accelerate the production, certification, and commercial rollout of its fleet. The CX300, designed for conventional takeoff and landing, is expected to receive FAA certification by the end of the year. The aircraft can fly up to 250 nautical miles (about 463 km) on a single charge, positioning it as a strong contender for short intra-city and inter-city routes. While the CX300 leads in the conventional aircraft category, Beta is also developing the Alia 250 eVTOL, a vertical takeoff and landing aircraft designed for urban mobility. Beta's success comes amid growing competition in the electric aviation space. Archer Aviation, for instance, was recently announced as the official air taxi partner for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics, with plans to launch network operations by 2026, pending FAA certification.
Mint
8 hours ago
- Business
- Mint
First electric plane carries passengers, flies 130 km for just ₹700
In a breakthrough for sustainable aviation, Beta Technologies' Alia CX300 has become the first all-electric aircraft to successfully fly passengers, covering a 130-kilometre route in the US for the cost of just ₹ 694 ($8), Fox News reported The 30-minute flight—from East Hampton to New York's JFK Airport—carried four passengers and marks a historic first for both the New York Port Authority and the broader electric aviation sector. In stark contrast, a similar trip via helicopter would typically cost over ₹ 13,000 ($160) in fuel alone. 'Charging this thing up and flying out here cost us about $8,' said Kyle Clark, founder and CEO of Beta Technologies. 'Of course, you have to pay for the pilot and the airplane, but fundamentally, it's way less expensive.' Beyond cost, the electric aircraft offered another perk: near-silent flight. With no roaring engines or fuel combustion, passengers were able to hold conversations with ease—a potential game-changer for short-haul business or commuter air travel. Beta Technologies, based in Vermont, has been developing electric aviation tech since 2017. It recently raised $318 million in funding to accelerate the production, certification, and commercial rollout of its fleet. The CX300, designed for conventional takeoff and landing, is expected to receive FAA certification by the end of the year. The aircraft can fly up to 250 nautical miles (about 463 km) on a single charge, positioning it as a strong contender for short intra-city and inter-city routes. While the CX300 leads in the conventional aircraft category, Beta is also developing the Alia 250 eVTOL, a vertical takeoff and landing aircraft designed for urban mobility. Beta's success comes amid growing competition in the electric aviation space. Archer Aviation, for instance, was recently announced as the official air taxi partner for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics, with plans to launch network operations by 2026, pending FAA certification. As cities across the globe look for cleaner, faster alternatives to ground transportation, electric aircraft are emerging as a viable solution, especially for congested urban corridors and regional commutes. With dramatically lower operating costs, reduced noise, and zero emissions, the technology could reshape the future of mobility in ways similar to how electric vehicles have transformed road transport.
NDTV
9 hours ago
- Business
- NDTV
First Electric Passenger Plane Flies 130 Kilometers For Just Rs 700
Beta Technologies' Alia CX300 has become the first all-electric aircraft to successfully complete a flight carrying passengers -- a first in aviation history. The aircraft flew from East Hampton to the John F. Kennedy Airport in the US, earlier this month, with four passengers on board and covered about 70 nautical miles (130 kilometres) in just over 30 minutes, according to a report in Fox News. The cost for the flight was just Rs 694 ($8) compared to an estimated Rs 13,885 ($160) in fuel costs for a helicopter completing the same trip. Additionally, passengers were able to converse clearly the whole time, owing to the lack of noisy engines and propellers. "This is a 100% electric airplane that just flew from East Hampton to JFK with passengers on it, which was a first for the New York Port Authority and the New York area. We covered 70 odd nautical miles in 35 minutes," said Kyle Clark, founder and CEO of Beta Technologies. "Charging this thing up and flying out here cost us about $8 in fuel. Of course, you have to pay for the pilot and the airplane, but, fundamentally, it's way less expensive," he added. As per the company, the kind of comfort and accessibility provided by CX300 could make electric air travel a hit with commuters and travellers. FAA approval awaited Based in Vermont, Beta Technologies was founded in 2017 and recently raised $318 million in funding to speed up production, certification and commercialisation of its electric aircraft. For the past six years, the company has been working on both the conventional takeoff and landing CX300 model and its Alia 250 eVTOL. It is aiming to receive the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certification with the former by the end of the year. With the Beta planes capable of flying up to 250 nautical miles on a single charge, the company claims it could be ideal for short hops between cities and suburbs. Notably, Beta Technologies is not the only company looking to revolutionise the flying taxi segment. Last month, the committee charged with planning the Los Angeles Olympics 2028 announced Archer Aviation as the official air taxi provider for the quadrennial event. Spectators at LA 2028 will be able to escape the city's notorious traffic and travel in style. Though Archer Aviation is yet to be certified by the FAA, the company is hoping to begin its LA network operations by as early as 2026.
