Hybrid eVTOL developer commits to prop partnership in France

Plana believes that a close cooperation with DUC Hélices Propellers throughout will speed the progress of its CP-01 HeVTOL aircraft towards certification.

Hybrid eVTOL developer Plana and French carbon composite propeller and rotor manufacturer DUC Hélices Propellers are to collaborate in the design and production of high-performance, low-noise, and efficient propulsion systems for Plana's CP-01 aircraft. The cooperation will encompass the entire process of propeller design, production, test and certification.

DUC Hélices Propellers has recently signed a deal to provide its products to Eve, a VTOL developer, and is headquartered in France with a presence in the U.S. The company has more than 25 years of experience and expertise in the analysis, design, development, manufacture and maintenance of propellers, rotors, fans and other carbon composite aviation accessories, with experience gained through several aviation programs.

“Propulsion is crucial to the success of advanced air mobility,” says Braden J. Kim, CEO of Plana. “We are pleased to partner with leading suppliers like DUC Hélices Propellers to create innovative solutions. I expect this partnership to accelerate the flight of the aircraft we are developing.”

“We are delighted to collaborate with Plana and support the development of this all-new HeVTOL,” adds Duqueine Vincent, CEO of DUC Hélices Propellers. “Plana's HeVTOL can play a key role in the transition to zero-emissions flight. We are honored to be collaborating on this platform in alignment with our mission to be the most trusted and sustainable partner in the sky. DUC Hélices Propellers is proud to bring its wealth of experience in design and high-rate manufacturing to this project, along with key technological innovations and expertise.”