magniX has launched the magniAIR electric engine, a 175 kW (235 hp) air-cooled powertrain targeting the general aviation sector. The lightweight unit, at 55 kg, delivers a class-leading power-to-weight ratio for light sport aircraft.
This launch aligns with the FAA’s revamped Mosaic rule, effective July 2026, which expands flexibility for light sport aircraft approvals. magniX, the first to secure FAA special conditions for electric engine airworthiness, positions the magniAIR for streamlined certification.
Unveiled at Sun ‘n Fun, the engine integrates seamlessly into magniX’s full electric powertrain, including propulsion units and energy storage systems. It builds on the company’s flight-tested technology across six platforms, emphasizing certifiable batteries with high energy density.
The magniAIR addresses the flight training market, offering lower operating costs and reduced emissions for trainers and light GA aircraft. This move accelerates electrification in general aviation, where training fleets represent a high-volume entry point for electric propulsion amid rising sustainability demands.