Parker Aerospace Congratulates Development Partner Eviation on First Flight of Groundbreaking All-Electric Alice Commuter Aircraft
30 September 2022 - 9:15AM
Business Wire
On its journey toward certification, the world’s first
all-electric commuter aircraft takes flight, launches a new chapter
in aviation.
Parker Aerospace, a business segment of Parker Hannifin
Corporation, the global leader in motion and control technologies,
today expressed congratulations to customer Eviation Aircraft on
the occasion of the September 27, 2022 first flight of Eviation’s
Alice all-electric commuter aircraft. Parker Aerospace is
developing seven technology system packages for Alice.
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Parker Aerospace congratulates Eviation
on the historic first flight of Alice, the world’s first
all-electric commuter aircraft (Photo: Business Wire)
Helmed by Eviation Test Pilot Steve Crane, Alice took off from
Grant County International Airport in Moses Lake at 7:10 am PDT,
climbed out to 3,500 feet and spent eight minutes in the air.
In addition to eliminating source carbon emissions, Eviation’s
Alice aircraft can accommodate nine passengers and two pilots and
is intended to offer reduced maintenance and operational costs for
airlines while providing a smooth and quiet cabin experience for
customers.
The seven work packages that Parker Aerospace is developing for
the landmark aircraft will be produced across all divisions within
Parker Aerospace as well as by Parker’s Engineered Materials Group,
Parker LORD and Parker Meggitt. The work packages include:
Cockpit controls: The human interface
with the flight control system, consisting of sidestick, throttle,
rudder control and switching devices.
Electromechanical flap system:
Featuring electromechanical actuators, electronic control units and
position sensors. The system will incorporate patented eSync
technology, which uses a single electronics control unit to command
multiple motor-driven actuators installed along the flaps on the
wing, saving space and weight.
Thermal management: Advanced
water-cooling equipment for battery heat management, as well as
specialized thermal materials for the battery pack.
Hydraulic powerpacks: For steering and
braking systems, these miniature hydraulic systems provide
efficient power that is localized. These include reliable, proven
components such as accumulators and hydraulic hose assemblies.
Vibration and noise mitigation: Engine
and inverter mounts for a hushed cabin environment.
Sealing solutions: Elastomeric static
and dynamic seal solutions such as a fire seal wall.
Main landing gear wheels and brakes:
Main wheels and carbon brakes provided. The brakes are fitted with
thermocouples to assist in flight test data gathering.
“Parker Aerospace team members working on systems for Alice came
out to Lake Moses to witness this historic first flight,” said
Chris Frazer, vice president of the business, regional and advanced
air mobility (AAM) segment for Parker Aerospace. “Alice flew
beautifully, and Parker Aerospace is extremely proud to be
partnering with Eviation on this first-of-its-kind commuter
aircraft. Together with Eviation. We’re working toward net-zero
carbon and more sustainable aviation,” Frazer continued.
Parker Aerospace and Eviation are presently in the design and
certification phase, working toward the production and flight
certification of the aircraft.
About Parker Aerospace. Parker Aerospace is a global
leader in commercial and military aircraft and aeroengine
technology. The company collaborates with customers to move their
programs forward.
About Parker Hannifin. Parker is a Fortune 250 global
leader in motion and control technologies. For more than a century
the company has been enabling engineering breakthroughs that lead
to a better tomorrow. Learn more at www.parker.com or
@parkerhannifin.
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