This strategic move comes as the company prepares to enter a new phase of hardware testing in the development of its first regional hybrid-electric airplane, the ES-30.Heart Aerospace's ES-30 with new innovative independent hybrid-electric propulsion system The Los Angeles-based R&D hub will focus on the advancement of Heart's hybrid-electric propulsion system and other key technologies.
''We have an exciting time ahead of us as we enter a new phase of hardware testing, and I'm thrilled that Ben is joining our team. His experience and passion for innovation is just what Heart needs to advance on our mission to decarbonize and democratize air travel', Forslund adds.Heart Aerospace, originating in the Nordics, has garnered investments worldwide, with North America emerging as its primary market.