Bristow to fly from business park and port under Norwegian demonstration plan

Bristow Group is undertaking a series of test flights in Norway, slated to commence next year with Electra’s EL2 ultra-short take-off demonstrator. The initiative will utilize five strategically selected locations across the country including two major airports, a business park, a port facility, and a smaller regional airport. These tests are scheduled to begin during the third quarter of 2027, marking an important step in evaluating the hybrid-electric technology. Bristow has chosen these sites specifically for their diverse operational environments, representing potential future routes for the aircraft. This demonstration plan aims to showcase the capabilities of the EL2 demonstrator within a realistic operational setting, furthering its development.