The magni650 engine reached an altitude of 30,000 feet, achieving an impressive record of 700 kilowatts of continuous power, according to magniX , after implementing rigorous testing in collaboration with NASA.
The success of the magni650 engine tests
The tests were conducted at NASA’s Electric Aircraft Test Bed ( NEAT ) in Sandusky, Ohio. Through simulations, the magni650 successfully operated at the proposed simulated altitudes, demonstrating the viability of electric motors in extreme conditions. This success positions the propulsion system for the flight test phases, an important aspect for the future certification of the first electric motor for commercial aircraft.
The magniX – NASA collaboration continues to advance with the Electrified Powertrain Flight Demonstration ( EPFD ) project. In the next stage of testing, one of the four turbine engines on the De Havilland Dash 7 test aircraft will be replaced by a magni650 electric powertrain. These test flights are scheduled for 2026, with the expectation that electric motors could reduce fuel consumption by up to 40% on typical commercial flights.
With an impressive track record of contributions to electric aviation, the company is looking to position itself in the aviation market. In addition, it has demonstrated the ability to transform commercial aviation, with its electric propulsion systems, and its innovative Samson battery.
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