Heart Aerospace has rolled out its ES-30, a larger, more capacious version of the original ES-19. As the two designations suggest, the earlier ES-19 was to hold 19 passengers while the ES-30 will haul 30. The expanded size and capability are understandable. The crew required to carry 19 can fly 30 just as easily, with lower costs per passenger – of vital interest to regional carriers. Heart Aerospace, founded in 2019, has accomplished a lot in five years. Anders and Klara Forslund co-founded the firm with, “The aim of electrifying short-haul regional aviation.” They express this in their mission statement. “Heart Aerospace has a clear mission. We work to decarbonize and democratize air travel. We believe in electrification. Not only to bring down emissions and build a sustainable future, but to make flying accessible for the many, around the world.” This 2022 introduction of the ES-30 shows the formidable range of companies willing to invest in this new technology and …
