Magnetic Motion develops compact hybrid‑electric engines that combine a type‑certified electric motor with traditional piston engines, managed by Edge AI, to deliver cleaner and smarter general‑aviation flights. 8 HP per pound, enabling regional and training aircraft to operate more sustainably without compromising performance.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
General aviation relies on legacy piston engines that are fuel‑inefficient, emit leaded emissions, and require costly maintenance, while full‑electric powerplants are too heavy for the range and payload needs of regional and training aircraft.
Solution
Magnetic Motion offers a compact hybrid‑electric powerplant that integrates a type‑certified electric motor into existing certified piston engines. Edge‑AI controls the electric assist to optimize fuel burn and engine performance in real time. The hybrid system delivers up to 40 % fuel reduction and approximately $50 k in maintenance‑overhaul savings per aircraft, while maintaining a power‑to‑weight ratio of 0.8 HP per pound. Because the solution can be retrofitted to current airframes and runs on lead‑free automotive or standard aviation fuel, operators can achieve sustainable flight without redesigning aircraft or building new infrastructure.
Target Audience
Primary customers are operators of regional commuter and flight‑training aircraft, as well as aircraft manufacturers seeking a certified hybrid retrofit for existing piston fleets.
Features
- Patent‑pending hybrid architecture that combines a certified electric motor with a conventional piston engine
- Edge‑AI engine management that continuously balances electric assist and fuel combustion for optimal efficiency
- Power‑to‑weight ratio of 0.8 HP/lb, exceeding competing hybrid solutions
- Retrofit‑ready design compatible with existing general‑aviation airframes
- Ability to operate on lead‑free automotive (mogas) or standard avgas, eliminating dependence on leaded fuel
- Reduced maintenance requirements delivering roughly $50 k in overhaul cost savings