Jetex will join forces with US startup
Wright Electric to revolutionize private jet aviation.
With this new partnership, Jetex will be
the first general aviation company globally to champion and support electric
aircraft for short haul flights.
The company will implement the charging
infrastructure and full support for electric aircraft, expanding throughout
the vast Jetex Global FBO Network, starting in Dubai - a potential for
charging stations at over thirty FBOs.
In collaboration with Wright, Jetex will
also invest in production of the first electric aircraft globally. With an
estimated range of 540km or 335 miles, a passenger can fly from Jetex FBOs
in Dubai to Muscat or Malaga to Casablanca on a single charge.
“We are constantly building a new reality
in the aviation industry. First, by setting a high standard of service and
now by setting a new standard for innovation,” said Jetex President and CEO
Adel Mardini.
“We envision having the aircraft and infrastructure at all of our FBOs
throughout our global network.”
For Wright Electric, the goal is to make
every short haul flight a zero-emissions flight within 20 years. According
to Wright, their airplanes will be 50% quieter and 10% less expensive to
operate. Wright uses battery packs with advanced cell technology.
“We knew right away Jetex was the kind of
company we wanted to work with. They have an innovative mindset and don’t
like to settle for the status quo, said
Jeffrey Engler,
CEO and founder of Wright Electric. “They are as excited about new
technology as we are.” |
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Jetex President and CEO
Adel Mardini (left) with Jeffrey Engler, CEO and founder of Wright
Electric |
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