What Happened
Ampaire's EEL Hybrid Aircraft Demonstrates Regional Aviation Capabilities
The Utah Department of Transportation has launched its uFLY initiative with the first demonstration flight of a hybrid-electric aircraft in Utah. Ampaire’s EEL hybrid aircraft traveled between Salt Lake City International Airport and Cedar City Regional Airport, marking a historic flight across the state. The uFLY program is a public-private partnership designed to provide a real-world proving ground for emerging aviation technologies. According to the Utah Department of Transportation, this initiative is part of a broader effort to safely integrate advanced aircraft into the National Airspace System, as reported by Charged EVs.