Aura Aero Integral E

Single Electric

The Aura Aero Integral E is a French-built electric training aircraft that represents one of the first certified all-electric two-seaters designed specifically for flight schools. Developed by Toulouse-based Aura Aero and first flown in 2019, the Integral E targets the ab-initio training market with zero direct emissions, dramatically lower operating costs compared to conventional piston trainers, and a simplified powerplant that requires less maintenance. The aircraft features a composite airframe, tandem seating, and a 60 kW electric motor powered by lithium-ion batteries that provide roughly 90 minutes of endurance including reserves. With a maximum takeoff weight of just 650 kilograms (1,433 pounds) and a cruise speed around 95 knots, the Integral E occupies the light end of the training spectrum—comparable in performance envelope to a Piper Cub or early Cessna 150, though with modern avionics and handling characteristics tailored for primary instruction. The type's operating ceiling reaches 10,000 feet, and its relatively low approach speed of approximately 55 knots makes it forgiving for student pilots. While the limited endurance constrains cross-country training, the aircraft excels at pattern work and local-area maneuvers where its quiet operation and minimal fuel costs offer compelling economics. Aura Aero has positioned the Integral E as part of a broader push toward sustainable aviation training, with several European flight schools adopting the type for their fleets. SkyMeter has tracked 46 flights across 4 airframes and 2 operators, with AURA AERO INC the largest observed operator.