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Electric Flying Connection

The network for
electric aviation
in Europe

We connect the organisations, knowledge and infrastructure needed to build a complete value chain for electric flying.

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Our Members

The ecosystem behind
electric aviation

Airlines, airports, manufacturers, research institutes and innovators — working together.

ElysianOEM
MaeveOEM
VAERIDIONOEM
Hangar OneOEM
TransaviaAirline
VlindairAirline
eFlight AcademyStart-up
NRG2FLYStart-up
SkyZeroStart-up
FIMIHStart-up
Lelystad AirportAirport
Breda AirportAirport
Eindhoven AirportAirport
DroneportAirport
Twente AirportAirport
PowerUpCollective
Coast to CoastCollective
NAGCollective
Provincie FlevolandGovernment
NLRGovernment
BOMGovernment
Provincie Noord-HollandGovernment
Platform Duurzaam VliegenGovernment
InhollandUniversity
TU EindhovenUniversity
Broekema AviationConsultant
NACOConsultant
Mission

Founded November 2021
Helmond, The Netherlands

"We revolutionise transportation by building a network of organisations dedicated to creating a value chain for electric flying."

By working together, we establish electric airlines, flying schools, and electric regional aviation across Europe.

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Upcoming Event

Beta Demonstration Flight

On 29 May, the Beta Alia CX300 will make a historic demonstration flight from Den Helder to Lelystad. EFC is hosting events at both airports — come and see the Beta in person.

29 May 2026
Countdown to 29 May · 10:30
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--Hours
--Minutes
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Den Helder Airport
08:30
Event opens
Doors open to the public
10:30
Arrival of Beta CX300
Landing at Den Helder Airport
12:00
Departure of Beta CX300
Departing to Lelystad Airport
~130 km
Lelystad Airport
11:00
Event opens
Doors open to the public
12:45
Arrival Beta CX300
Landing at Lelystad Airport
14:15
Departure of Beta CX300
End of demonstration flight
Why Electric Flying

The 3 Key Messages
of EFC

Europe's regional aviation infrastructure is ready. The technology is proven. What's needed is the network to connect them — and that is exactly what EFC builds.

2,000+

Regional airports in Europe

Electric flying unlocks point-to-point travel between Europe's regional hubs — eliminating hub-and-spoke detours and reducing travel time significantly.

200–500 km

The sweet spot for electric

Current battery technology already covers the most-travelled short-haul distances. This is the segment where electric aviation is ready to compete today.

800 km

Within reach as technology scales

As batteries improve and renewable energy becomes more available, a significant share of fossil fuel flights under 800 km can be replaced by electric alternatives.

Electric Aircraft Development & Energy Need

Electric Aircraft Timeline

From training aircraft flying today to 90-seat airliners on the horizon — electric aviation is scaling fast.

Pipistrel Velis Electro
Now
Pilots1
Passengers1 pax
Range100 km
Battery22 kWh
ConnectorGB/T
Energy <45 min turnaround30 kW
Beta ALIA
2027
Pilots1
Passengers5 pax
Range600 km
Battery250 kWh
ConnectorCCS
Energy <45 min turnaround330 kW
Vaeridion M9
2030
Pilots2
Passengers9 pax
Range400 km
Battery100–700 kWh
ConnectorCCS/MCS
Energy <45 min turnaround1 MW
Elysian E9X
2033
Pilots2
Passengers90 pax
Range800 km
Battery11 MWh
ConnectorMCS
Energy <45 min turnaround15 MW

Aircraft shown are indicative and represent a range of electric aircraft that will operate in each segment during that period.

Vision

Electric flying as a mainstream option for regional travel

We envision a future where electric aviation is not a niche technology but a standard transportation option connecting Europe's regions sustainably and efficiently.

EFC understands that success requires close cooperation with the existing aviation industry. We do not replace — we connect and accelerate. Our six working groups cover the full value chain: from aircraft manufacturing and certification to infrastructure, training, and entrepreneurship.

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The team behind EFC

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of electric aviation

EFC welcomes organisations actively contributing to or with a strategic interest in the development of electric aviation — from OEMs and airports to universities and service providers.

  • Direct involvement in working groups & strategic decisions
  • Access to the full EFC network across Europe
  • Voting rights on EFC direction and initiatives
  • Visibility as a key player in the electric aviation ecosystem
  • Invitations to exclusive events, demos and industry meetings
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Be part of the network that is shaping the future of electric regional aviation in Europe.

€1,500 / year
+ €750 starting fee (one-time)
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Whether you want to become a member, explore a partnership, or simply learn more about EFC — we'd like to hear from you.

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Phone
+31 (0)55-2032135
Location
Airport Teuge, The Netherlands