I agree that the 13% is suspect, but since this is their initial press
release, I suspect it will be a while before CAFE can get ahold of it
for real testing. :)
Since they are using Siemen's motor, it is quite likely that the
controlller is also Siemen's. That would account for a large part of the
price tag - that and the 17kWh pack. :) Otherwise, it looks like a
very basic VFR trainer.
In any case, I would LOVE to go flying in one, just for the difference
in noise.
Cheers, Peter
On 8/24/14, 7:45 PM, Peri Hartman via EV wrote:
That looks nicely done. It's interesting that they claim to get 13%
(of what?) back during landings. I presume they are doing regen by
autorotating the prop. Couldn't find any specs - cruise speed, etc.
Peri
------ Original Message ------
From: "Peter C. Thompson via EV" <[email protected]>
To: "Jan Steinman via EV" <[email protected]>
Sent: 24-Aug-14 6:46:46 PM
Subject: [EVDL] Pipistrel electric airplane
Hi Folks,
Looks like people are finally taking electric propulsion seriously.
:) The Pipistrel WATTsUP (yeah, lousy name) has 1.5 hours flight
time. Using AC motor and 17kWh pack.
Here's the press release:
http://www.pipistrel.si/news/wattsup-the-new-2seat-electric-trainer-took-its-maiden-fligh
Cheers!
Peter
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