Evia Aero has signed a letter of intent with Britten-Norman to purchase 15 new Britten-Norman Islander Aircraft.
Deliveries of the aircraft will commence at the beginning of 2027. These aircraft will subsequently be converted to zero-emissions platforms powered by hydrogen fuel-cell propulsion systems.
In addition to the aircraft purchase, the collaboration includes the redesigning of the Islander's interior.
“We are fully committed to the Britten-Norman Islander," said Evia Aero CEO Florian Kruse. "The aircraft fulfils all the skills we need as an operator for short-haul flights. It is important to us to use a product that is already in use worldwide and has proven itself.”
Britten-Norman chief executive William Hynett said: "The adaptability of the Islander aircraft, combined with our commitment to a green future, provides us an opportunity to lead the way in sub-regional, zero-emission aviation.”