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Dutch regional aircraft developer Maeve is collaborating with Pratt & Whitney Canada on the design of its M80 hybrid-electric 80-seater regional aircraft, the partners announced on July 24 at the Farnborough Airshow 2024. With a range of up to 1,200 nautical miles, the design aims to reduce fuel consumption and emissions by up to 40% compared to regional jet competitors while maintaining comparable speeds and altitudes.
“As a clean sheet design, the performance and efficiency of the Maeve M80 will be a game changer for the regional aviation market, combining advanced aerodynamics and a disruptive propulsion technology,” said Maeve chief technology officer Martin Nuesseler. “Working together with Pratt & Whitney Canada at this stage of the program will enable us to validate and optimize the design of the aircraft and hybrid-electric propulsion system.”
Maeve aims for the M80 to offer jet-like performance combined with turboprop cost-efficiency. The company is targeting service entry in 2032.
