H55's latest electric aviation venture will educate at spots across the U.S.
H55, the electric aviation leader and spin-off of the pioneering Solar Impulse project, is launching its most ambitious initiative yet: H55 Across America. This cross-country tour will spotlight the Bristell B23 Energic, the first fully electric two-seater aircraft to be certified under Part 23 regulations, at major aviation hubs throughout the United States.
From April to August 2025, H55 will deliver real-world electric flight demonstrations with VIP guests — stopping at key aviation events including SUN’n FUN in Florida and EAA AirVenture in Wisconsin.
“We pioneered electric aviation with Solar Impulse, crossing the U.S. in 2016 during our flight around the world,” said André Borschberg, H55 Co-Founder and Executive Chairman, in a March 27 press release emailed to EA. “Now we’re back—not with a prototype, but with an aircraft to be commercialized, with deliveries starting next year. The B23 Energic is bringing electric flight to pilot training and general aviation.”
Targeted at flight schools, aero clubs, military academies, and private pilots, the B23 Energic, powered by H55’s certified electric propulsion and battery technology, and manufactured by Bristell offers considerable benefits over conventional aircraft: lower operating costs, efficiency and quieter operation compared to similar combustion model aircraft.
“Aviation is at a turning point,” says Kristen Jurn, H55’s U.S. Sales Manager. “Electrification isn’t coming—it’s here. This tour is about more than showcasing an aircraft. It’s about proving electric aviation is ready for scale. As a pilot, I believe the U.S. market, known for embracing innovation, will respond strongly to a solution that delivers both performance and efficiency."
H55 Across America is an open invitation to flight schools, government agencies, investors, and aviation professionals to experience the commercial reality of electric flight—up close and in the air. Over the course of five months, the tour will make stops at major aviation hubs and events across the U.S., including California, Florida (SUN ’n FUN), Texas, Colorado, and Wisconsin (EAA AirVenture), among others.
Tour highlights include:
Live Demo & Test Flights – Get behind the controls of the B23 Energic and evaluate its performance in real-world conditions.
Technology Showcases – Explore H55’s advanced electric propulsion and battery systems, with a focus on safety, reliability, and scalability.
Industry & Government Engagement – Join conversations with regulators, aviation stakeholders, and policymakers about the future of sustainable flight.
Educational Partnerships – Discover how electric aviation is shaping the next generation of pilot training through collaborations with universities and flight academies.
Who should attend:
• Flight Schools
• Aero Clubs
• Military Service Academies
• Airport operators
• MROs and FBOs
• Aerospace / Aviation Universities
• Aviation enthusiasts passionate about the future of flight
When and where:
• April, Florida
• May, Alabama and Arizona
• June, Nevada and California
• July, Colorado and Wisconsin
• August, New York
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