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THE F2e

THE FUTURE OF FLIGHT TRAINING

 
The F2e is destined to be a leader in the next major change in flight training and personal recreation. The F2e was designed to meet EASA CS-23 and FAA Part 23/F44 certification for electric aircraft and the ASTM F3180 low-speed flight characteristics standard for departure characteristics, spin resistance, and stall warning.
 
In order for all of aviation to continue to grow, a major change in the impact on our environment must be realized. A smaller carbon footprint, lower noise, and more neighbor-friendly aircraft for Flight Schools is a great first step. At Flight Design general aviation, we are proud to be part of the upcoming electric revolution! Partnering with industry leaders, Flight Design offers viable and affordable platforms to reduce the cost of flight training and make electric-powered flight an economic reality.
In order for all of aviation to continue to grow, a major change in the impact on our environment must be realized. A smaller carbon footprint, lower noise and more neighbor-friendly aircraft for Flight Schools is a great first step. At Flight Design general aviation, we are proud to be part of the upcoming electric revolution! Partnering with Rolls Royce/Siemens and other industry leaders, Flight Design offers viable and affordable platforms to reduce the cost of flight training and make electric-powered flight an economic reality.

DESIGN

EXTERIOR

The spacious ‘extra-large’ cabin of the F2e has been designed for extra rigidity and incorporates a combination of dynamically tested passenger seats, panel-mounted AMSAFE ™ airbags, and an Airframe Emergency Parachute System (AEPS) for your safety.

EXTERIOR

The spacious ‘extra-large’ cabin of the F2e has been designed for extra rigidity and incorporates a combination of dynamically tested passenger seats, panel-mounted AMSAFE ™ airbags, and an Airframe Emergency Parachute System (AEPS) for your safety.

INTERIOR

The giant cabin of the F2e and the Garmin G3X avionics suite gives the impression of a much larger aircraft. Excellent visibility and the naturally quiet effect of electric flight reduce stress and improve student productivity. Large gullwing doors held up by gas struts make entering and taking your seat easy. Leather-covered, electrically adjustable seats and easy adjustment in height and leg length inflight. The panel-mounted AMSAFE airbags and inertial reel harnesses ensure safety and ease of movement.

INTERIOR

The giant cabin of the F2e and the Garmin G3X avionics suite gives the impression of a much larger aircraft. Excellent visibility and the naturally quiet effect of electric flight reduce stress and improve student productivity. Large gullwing doors held up by gas struts make entering and taking your seat easy. Leather-covered, electrically adjustable seats and easy adjustment in height and leg length inflight. The panel-mounted AMSAFE airbags and inertial reel harnesses ensure safety and ease of movement.

TECHNOLOGY

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AVIONICS

The F2e features some of the most advanced, yet easy to use avionic suites from Garmin to suit your personal aviation mission. Garmin G3X system features bright high definition touch screens and synthetic vision, ADS-B weather, traffic, engine monitoring, and maps.
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AVIONICS

The F2e features some of the most advanced, yet easy to use avionic suites from Garmin to suit your personal aviation mission. Garmin G3X system features bright high definition touch screens and synthetic vision, ADS-B weather, traffic, engine monitoring, and maps.

PERFORMANCE AND SPECIFICATIONS

THE FUTURE AIRPLANE

The F2e is based upon the Flight Design F Series modular platform. All F Series variants are designed and built according to EASA CS-23 and FAA Part 23 requirements. This allows more opportunities for increasing performance, allows all uses including Personal, Flight training, and Commercial rental anywhere in the world. The F2e will not be restricted like electric-powered Ultralights or LSA types which have no international regulatory path, so it will be certified to VFR Day-Night and eventually, IFR. The F2e uses the structure of the soon-to-debut F4 four-seat version, allowing a 1000 kg (2200 lbs.) MTOW. This provides an ample amount of onboard energy storage (100 kWh) for the F2e’s performance and duration goals using today’s technology.

THE FUTURE AIRPLANE

The F2e is based upon the Flight Design F Series modular platform. All F Series variants are designed and built according to EASA CS-23 and FAA Part 23 requirements. This allows more opportunities for increasing performance, allows all uses including Personal, Flight training, and Commercial rental anywhere in the world. The F2e will not be restricted like electric-powered Ultralights or LSA types which have no international regulatory path, so it will be certified to VFR Day-Night and eventually, IFR. The F2e uses the structure of the soon-to-debut F4 four-seat version, allowing a 1000 kg (2200 lbs.) MTOW. This provides an ample amount of onboard energy storage (100 kWh) for the F2e’s performance and duration goals using today’s technology.
@ 8000 feet MSL, 200nm
Time Energy
Taxi time 5 1
Takeoff&Climb 14 22
Cruise 85 KTS 100 50
Descent 20 0
Landing 5 2
Total 144 minutes 74 kWh
Time Energy
Taxi 5 4
Takeoff&Climb to 2500 feet AGL 4 6.5
Cruise to and from Practice Area 12 7
Flight in Prectice Area 35 17
Descent 5 0
Landing 5 2
Total 66 minutes 32 kWh
Charge power Recovery rate (min/min) (min flight/min on charge) Time to recover 1h flight Time to recover 2 flight
25 kW 0.8 72.0 min 144.0 min
45 kW 1.5 40.0 min 80.0 min
80 kW 2.6 22.5 min 45.0 min
150 kW 5.0 12.0 min 24.0 min