DHL Orders 12 Electric Cargo Aircraft

International shipper, courier and transportation provider DHL has ordered 12 Eviation Alice electric cargo aircraft as part of its push into sustainable aviation.  This is the first order for a cargo version of the electric aircraft.  DHL said the electric aircraft will fit seamlessly into its fleet of piston and turbine planes that serve smaller communities.

DHL Express CEO John Pearson said, “We firmly believe in a future with zero-emission logistics.  We have found the perfect partner with Eviation as they share our purpose, and together we will take off into a new era of sustainable aviation.”

DHL said the first aircraft in the Alice fleet will likely be used in California.  The company said these aircraft will service short hop routes that are common in its operations.  Alice aircraft will be able to carry 2,600 pounds of freight and fly up to 440 miles on a charge.  Recharging the aircraft will take 30 minutes and will be done during unloading and loading.