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Hunch Mobility Partners with Electra at CII’s Urban Air Mobility Expo 2025

Hunch Mobility Partners with Electra at CII’s Urban Air Mobility Expo 2025

Manassas, VA, and Delhi, India – January 22, 2025 – Electra.aero, Inc. (Electra), an aerospace company specializing in next-gen hybrid-electric aircraft, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Hunch Mobility, a platform focused on affordable on-demand air travel. This strategic collaboration seeks to introduce Electra’s EL9 Ultra Short hybrid-electric aircraft in India, fostering sustainable and quiet regional air travel. The partnership was announced at the India Urban Air Mobility Expo 2025 in Greater Noida, part of the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025 hosted by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII).

Introducing the EL9 Aircraft for India’s Mobility Needs

Electra’s EL9 aircraft, designed to carry up to nine passengers, features ultra-short takeoff and landing (STOL) capabilities, requiring less than 150 feet for operations. These features align with India’s growing demand for advanced air mobility (AAM) solutions. The EL9 aircraft’s ability to recharge in-flight, coupled with its quiet operation, allows it to operate in compact spaces such as football fields, parking lots, and helicopter pads. This capability makes it well-suited for underserved areas beyond major airports, including small regional airports.

Hunch Mobility, which operates as part of BLADE India, will integrate the EL9 aircraft into its advanced software platform and utilize its key infrastructure in urban centers. The goal is to offer direct-to-destination air transport for areas lacking adequate connectivity, reducing reliance on congested ground routes and enhancing regional air travel.

Statements from Industry Leaders

Marc Ausman, Vice President of Sales and Support at Electra, expressed his enthusiasm about the partnership: “We are thrilled to collaborate with Hunch Mobility to bring the EL9 aircraft to the Indian market. This partnership combines our innovative technology with Hunch Mobility’s operational expertise to address India’s mobility challenges through cleaner, quieter, and faster transportation.”

Amit Dutta, Managing Director of Hunch Mobility, highlighted the significance of this initiative: “Our partnership with Electra marks a pivotal step in providing cost-effective air travel solutions. The EL9 aircraft will enable us to expand services and seamlessly transition to electric air mobility for our customers. We are proud to announce this collaboration at the CII Urban Air Mobility Expo 2025, a key event that fosters innovation and collaboration in shaping India’s future air mobility ecosystem.”

Exploring Advanced Air Mobility in India

As part of the MoU, both companies will collaborate to identify potential route networks leveraging the EL9’s unique STOL capabilities, focusing on highly congested areas. Hunch Mobility will provide insights into optimizing the EL9’s performance, maintenance, and passenger experience. The partnership also includes joint marketing efforts and coordinated advocacy for policies promoting research, development, and infrastructure for AAM.

A Sustainable Future for Regional Air Travel

Hunch Mobility’s deployment of Electra’s EL9 Ultra Short hybrid-electric aircraft aims to transform air travel in India. By offering cleaner, quieter, and more efficient solutions, this partnership is poised to revolutionize regional connectivity, providing accessible air transport to communities across India.

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