Open data

At E-Flight, we believe in transparency. Electric flying is new, innovative, and still somewhat unfamiliar territory. That is why we openly share our operational data and performance. In doing so, we show what is already possible with sustainable aviation and the steps we are taking together toward a cleaner future.

(This page will be updated monthly.) Last updated on 27-05-2026!)

Noise levels Pipistrel Velis Electro

Our electric fleet is whisper-quiet compared with traditional aircraft. Measurements show:

  • 47,8 dBA at cruise speed (24 kW, 80 kts, 2050 RPM) at 1.500 ft

  • 41,2 dBA at cruise speed (24 kW, 80 kts, 2050 RPM) at 3.000 ft

For comparison: that is quieter than the average conversation between two people!

Operational figures

  • More than 13.000 electric landings

  • Over 4.200 hours of electric flight time. Equivalent to 90.000 kWh charged

  • The Pipistrel Velis Electro flies an average of 45 minutes per session

  • The Velis Electro has 2 batteries, which together weigh 140 kg. The empty weight of the aircraft is 425 kg, so there is room for 2 people with a combined maximum weight of 175 kg.

  • Merlijn van Vliet (E-Flight Academy) also expects better batteries in the future. The batteries in the Pipistrel have a battery energy density of 160 Wh/kg. That means the battery can store and deliver 160 watt-hours (Wh) of energy per kilogram of weight. For comparison: in an average electric car, that is 250 Wh/kg.

    "But the batteries in our aircraft are from 2020, so they are actually outdated already," says Van Vliet. "Technically, batteries of 450 Wh/kg are already possible." We only see values like that in the laboratory for now, adds Jolanda Stevens from KLM. "Not yet at scale. Once that happens, it becomes interesting."(Source = MT/Sprout, 08-09-2025)

  • Charging takes 20–30 minutes with our fixed airside charging points, depending on the State of Charge and conditions

  • Charging with the mobile Pipistrel charger takes 1 hour at 32A (longer at 16A)

Charging infrastructure & energy supply

  • 4 fixed airside charging points suitable for aircraft and electric cars

  • 504 solar panels on the roof of our premium hangar E-Deck

  • 500 kWh battery storage for excess energy

  • Our own solar energy covers the entire fleet and the car chargers; surplus is fed back into the grid

Our impact in figures 🌍✈️

By flying electrically for over 4200 hours we have:

  • 69.000 litres of fuel saved

  • 160.150 kg CO₂ (over 160,1 tons) less emitted

That is equal to the annual CO₂ emissions of about 105 petrol cars!

Our fleet

  • 5 Pipistrel Velis Electro’s (fully electric)

  • 2 fuel aircraft (Bristell B23 and Pipistrel Explorer)

E-Flight in figures

  • 15–20% of all flight movements fully electric at Teuge Airport

  • 50% of all electric flight movements worldwide

Curious about the activity of the Pipistrel Velis Electro at Teuge and other airfields? Through Electric Aircraft Airports you can follow the registered movements of electric aircraft. Please note: this overview is a count since September 2024 — in reality, we have already carried out many more electric flights.

  • Expansion to Lelystad Airport in the near term

  • Winter operations in Spain or Portugal (t.b.d.)

  • Caribbean expansion (Aruba & Bonaire) planned for 2026–2027

Training & partnerships

At E-Flight, we train a diverse group of students:

  • Around 60 PPL students

  • Larger programs such as IR and CPL

  • Additional training: Night Rating, Advanced Courses

In addition, we work with major partners such as the Ministry of Defence, Corendon, Transavia, LVNL and NLR.