Transavia student pilots fly electrically for the first time
For the first time, students from Transavia's own pilot training program have flown in a fully electric aircraft. At Teuge Airport, in collaboration with E-Flight Academy, they were introduced to the possibilities of electric flying and discovered how this innovative technology can contribute to making aviation more sustainable.
During this special experience, the upcoming Transavia pilots gained insight into the latest developments in the field of more economical flying and the role they can play as pilots. The highlight? An introductory flight in a 100% electric aircraft, where they were allowed to take the controls themselves under the supervision of an instructor. This experience gave them a concrete picture of the future of aviation and how they can contribute to cleaner, quieter and more economical flying.
Investing in the future
E-Flight Academy, one of the initiatives in which Transavia Ventures invests, is the first Dutch flight school that fully focuses on electric flying. With this collaboration, Transavia is investigating the possibilities of making electric flying part of its own pilot training in order to contribute to the sustainability of the aviation sector.
Learning and development at Transavia
At Transavia, student pilots are given the opportunity to prepare themselves well for their careers. Through the Airline Pilot Program, they not only learn to fly safely, but also how to contribute to reducing the impact of aviation on the environment and society.
With this day, the student pilots not only gained new flying experience, but also got a better idea of the possibilities of electric flying.
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