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Seaplane Asia signs agreement for 14 Jekta PHA-ZE 100 seaplanes

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Seaplane Asia signs agreement for 14 Jekta PHA-ZE 100 seaplanes
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Amphibious aircraft developer Jekta Switzerland and Hong Kong's Seaplane Asia have signed an agreement to add 14 PHA-ZE 100 aircraft to the Southeast Asian operator's fleet. With electric and hydrogen propulsion systems, the deal supports Seaplane Asia's commitment to delivering environmentally friendly operations, business growth, and affordable transport for the region.

Jekta stated that Seapplane Asia is reviewing several new markets and would likely optimize its airframes for short-distance flights, island hopping, transport from airports to waterfront locations, sightseeing flights, and yacht transfers.

“We have been closely following the early stages of several new platforms and aircraft developments and are confident that the PHA-ZE 100 is among the more promising airframes that can serve our various needs while addressing sustainability through its electric and hydrogen options," said Dennis Keller, CEO of Seaplane Asia.

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Jekta expects to deliver the first airframes in 2030 and provide training and maintenance support.

“We are delighted to be partnering with Seaplane Asia is leading the way in sustainable amphibious aviation in a region that we believe has incredible potential for our type of offering," said Jekta Switzerland CEO George Alafinov.

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