Ampaire

Eco Caravan hybrid-electric, AMP-H570, sustainable aviation

US$150M est. privateest. 2016ampaire.com (opens ampaire.com)Checked 10 Oct

The brief

Analyst view
  • Founded in 2016 by Caltech engineers; operates the world's largest fleet of hybrid-electric aircraft.
  • Closed $19M Series B in August 2026 with Alaska Airlines and International Airlines Group.
  • Eco Caravan: FAA certification basis approved; supplemental type certificate targeted end of 2026.

Technical approach

As reported
Hybrid power

Battery plus fuel engine

Piston engine powers a generator; electric motors drive propellers; battery charges in flight.

Onboard charging

In-flight battery recharge with no ground infrastructure

Fuel engine recharges the battery during cruise; aircraft needs no ground charging infrastructure.

Proven aircraft

Retrofit of the Cessna Grand Caravan

The AMP-H570 retrofits the proven Cessna 208B, minimizing regulatory risk with a field-tested aircraft.

Upgrade path

Scalable to larger aircraft

The hybrid-electric core scales to turboprops and regional aircraft; STCs planned for multiple types.

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