Magnix Makes Another Leap for Electric Aviation with eCaravan First Flight – AIN

Visit for all the latest on the aviation industry. On May 28, 2020, Magnix and its partner AeroTEC made a first flight with their electric-powered version of Textron’s Cessna Grand Caravan. The flight lasted around 30 minutes, which is the current limit for the batteries used in the Magni500 electric propulsion system. Magnix and AeroTEC hope to get the aircraft certified and ready to enter service by the end of 2021. If you’ve enjoyed this video, please give it a thumbs-up, share