Electric Flight – Meet the Pipistrel Velis Electro

What does the future of flight sound like? Silence…

Join African Pilot Magazine as we catch up with Justin van Tonder from Absolute Aviation to explore the game-changing Pipistrel Velis Electro – the first certified electric aircraft in South Africa.

From near-silent takeoffs to zero fuel and low emissions, this all-electric trainer is turning heads. Justin breaks down what makes the Velis Electro ideal for circuit training, how it compares to its sibling, what it takes to charge and transport it, and why this marks a major shift in aviation training.

If you’re curious about electric aviation – especially the Pipistrel Velis Electro – this is a must-watch.

Electric Flight – Meet the Pipistrel Velis Electro
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