We spy an electrifying photo choice (hint: it’s our Velis Electro!) for General Aviation News’ picture of the day! 👏
Pipistrel Aircraft
Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
Ajdovščina, Slovenia 35,684 followers
About us
In 2024, the FAA granted Pipistrel's Velis Electro a light-sport aircraft (LSA) airworthiness exemption, offering a lower-cost and more sustainable learning platform for student pilots. In 2020, Pipistrel’s Velis Electro became the world’s first, and currently only, electric aircraft to receive full type-certification from the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). This achievement followed a series of electric aircraft introductions since the company began research and development of electric propulsion in 2000. Pipistrel’s pioneering work has been recognized through awards from NASA, IDC, and other organizations. The company, which offers a family of gliders and light aircraft with both electric and combustion engines, has delivered more than 2,500 light aircraft worldwide since its founding in 1989 and additionally has both hybrid and electric propulsion models under development. If you are interested in Pipistrel's products, please reach out to [email protected] for more information.
- Website
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https://www.pipistrel-aircraft.com/
External link for Pipistrel Aircraft
- Industry
- Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
- Company size
- 201-500 employees
- Headquarters
- Ajdovščina, Slovenia
- Type
- Privately Held
- Specialties
- electric aircraft, light aircraft, electric aviation, eVTOL, hybrid aircraft, composites, and R&D
Locations
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Primary
Goriska cesta 50a
Ajdovščina, Slovenia 5270, SI
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Vipavska cesta 2
Ajdovščina, 5270, SI
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Via Fratelli Rusjan
Gorizia, Friuli-Venezia Giulia 34170, IT
Employees at Pipistrel Aircraft
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Anna Devecchi
Quality Specialist- Quality Assurance
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Andrés Znidar
Program Manager - Developing the Future of Aviation at Pipistrel
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Sašo Črešnjovnjak
n/a
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Jago Stemberger
Freelance Corporate Lead/LTC Captain, Lead FI-FI, Demo Pilot at Pipistrel Training Solution, Pipistrel Academy Lab
Updates
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"If you're looking at any light sport, this is a very easy sell for me." - R. Friesz If you're looking for safety and efficiency in a light sport aircraft, Friesz says our Sinus is the best choice. Plus, he says it's the most fun he's had flying an aircraft. To hear the impressive performance Friesz can achieve with his Sinus, visit: https://ow.ly/AcQu50TxnaX Contact us at [email protected] to see if a demo is available near you.
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We were thrilled to join Eco-Aviation Foundation International earlier today to celebrate the first Velis Electro to be used for flight training purposes under a Federal Aviation Administration airworthiness exemption. The Velis Electro aligns with the Foundation's mission to promote electric aviation and to provide eco-friendly flight training, with a focus on young adults in underserved communities. "We are proud to see the Pipistrel Velis Electro being used to train students, preparing them for the future of aviation," said Tricia Steel, Vice President of Global Sales and Marketing for Textron eAviation Inc. "This Eco-Aviation Foundation International initiative not only equips future aviators with experience on next-generation power systems, but also plays a crucial role in creating cleaner and quieter communities. This purchase underscores another step forward in the continued adoption of sustainable solutions worldwide." Learn more ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gKuha96P
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Happy Girls in Aviation Day! ✨ At Pipistrel, we’re committed to encouraging and supporting young women to pursue their passions in aviation. Whether it’s becoming a pilot, engineer or innovator — the sky’s not the limit, it’s just the beginning! ✈️ #GIAD2024
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Our president and managing director, Gabriel Massey, had the pleasure of speaking at AmCham Slovenia’s business breakfast earlier this week. We’re proud to have facilities in Slovenia, and look forward to the country’s continued growth!
At the September AmCham Business Breakfast, "Global Investments in High Value-Added Companies: Frangež, Ljoljo, Massey, Mihelj Coustaury on Slovenian Potential," we debated current investment opportunities and challenges facing Slovenia with outstanding speakers. The speakers agreed that Slovenia, as a small, open economy, can become a leader in the region with the right strategy. They emphasized that talent management, along with niche, innovative, and family businesses, are vital parts of this story. Some international companies have already recognized this potential and established their development centers in Slovenia, confirming our ability to attract high-value-added investments. The Co-Chairs of the AmCham Investment Committee (Nevenka Črešnar Pergar & Aljoša Krdžić), the speakers (🎤Matevž Frangež, Robert Ljoljo, MBA, MSc., Gabriel Massey, Jasna Mihelj Coustaury), and moderator of the discussion Marko Ketler, LL.M. (LSE), emphasized that Slovenia excels in several areas. For example: share of high-tech exports, value added created in medium and high-tech industries, strong R&D culture, skills, education and talents. Boštjan Čeh from Labena, one of the founding partners of the Slovenia Biotech Hills initiative, added: "We have realized that Biotech Hills represents a platform that connects all the players, drives change, and puts Slovenia on the map of biotech innovation." MORE 📰 https://lnkd.in/dkjkZ3XD
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Meet Tricia Steel, Textron eAviation's new Vice President, Global Sales & Marketing! Her deep understanding of customer-focused strategies will be instrumental in aligning our global sales and marketing efforts that contribute to our continued growth.
We're pleased to introduce Tricia Steel as Textron eAviation's Vice President, Global Sales & Marketing. In her new role, Tricia will lead a diverse Sales team, inclusive of our global distributor network, to cultivate key customer relationships, identify new business opportunities and enhance brand visibility across a competitive aviation industry. She has been a valued member of the Textron enterprise since 2013, demonstrating proven leadership capabilities by advancing through a variety of customer-focused positions. Watch the below video to hear from Tricia ➡️
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With over 15 years of dedicated research and development, our team is passionate about forging a path toward a more environmentally friendly future for aviation. Our innovative approach to battery development is a cornerstone of our strategy. 🔋Learn more here ➡️ https://bit.ly/4bT2acI #BatteryTechnology #ElectricAviation #FutureOfFlight