Bristow Group, Electra Launch Flight Test Program in Norway

Bristow Group, Electra launch flight test program in Norway

Bristow Group has partnered with US advanced air mobility (AAM) startup Electra, Norwegian government-owned airport operator Avinor and the Norway’s Civilian Aviation Authority, to conduct flight tests of hybrid-electric aircraft in the Scandinavian country.  This new initiative, announced on April 21, 2026, follows the successful completion of a similar program which involved Bristow Group flight testing in real operational conditions of BETA T…

Electra, Bristow Group and Avinor launch second test project for electric aviation in Norway

Bristow Group, Electra, Avinor and the Norwegian Civil Aviation Authority have announced the launch of a second international test project for zero- and low-emission aviation. The project builds on Norway’s established international test arena and aims to generate operational, regulatory and market knowledge supporting the introduction of electric and hybrid-electric aircraft. Under the agreement, Electra and Bristow will conduct demonstrations …

Bristow, Electra, Avinor, Norwegian CAA to trial regional electric-aircraft services

Bristow Group Inc., Electra, Avinor, and the Norwegian Civil Aviation Authority today announced the launch and contract signing of a second international test project for zero‑ and low‑emission aviation. “The project builds on Norway’s established international test arena and aims to generate operational, regulatory and market knowledge supporting the introduction of electric and hybrid‑electric aircraft,” according to a joint press release. Ele…