Electra has established a dedicated defense division following successful hybrid-electric flight tests with the US Air Force, marking a significant milestone in military aviation innovation. The startup’s EL9 ultra-short takeoff and landing (STOL) aircraft demonstrated operational capabilities including quiet operations, logistics command and control, and expeditionary power generation during AFRL testing in September 2025. The new business unit addresses growing military demand for runway-independent, long-range solutions to reduce reliance on traditional airlift assets while enabling agile combat deployment across diverse mission profiles.