Canadian Advanced Air Mobility (CAAM), the federal industry association for Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) in Canada, today announced BETA Technologies, flew its ALIA CTOL (CX300) aircraft in a demonstration flight at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, in addition to Canada’s first purchase of a BETA electric charger by Stolport.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, located on Toronto Island just minutes from downtown, has long been a central hub for regional connectivity. The arrival of BETA’s electric ALIA CTOL aircraft at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport positions the airport as a leader in Canada’s transition toward zero-emission aviation.
“Electric aircraft technology will contribute to the future of aviation and promises air travel that is cleaner, greener, and quieter, which aligns with our strategic goals at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport. PortsToronto was delighted to host BETA Industries and witnessed innovation in action in today’s demonstration flight. The future of electric aviation is not about the distant future; it is about the here and now, and we need to provide the conditions and leadership to ensure the effective adoption of this sustainable technology. Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport is well positioned to be an early adopter of new technology, such as this electric aircraft, to enhance its service offering and make investments in modernizing our operations.” – RJ Steenstra, President & CEO, PortsToronto, owner and operator of Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport.
Stolport also acquired a BETA Mini Cube charger for its operations at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport. The portable unit delivers 60 kWh of power and is both multimodal and interoperable, allowing it to charge electric aircraft as well as ground vehicles, marking BETA’s first charger sale in Canada.
“The purchase of the BETA Mini Cube charger by Stolport at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport is not just a first for Toronto, it is a milestone for all of Canada,” said JR Hammond, Executive Director of Canadian Advanced Air Mobility (CAAM). “This shows that advanced air mobility is moving beyond concept and demonstration into operational reality. Airports and FBOs across the country can look to this as an example of how to prepare for the future of aviation.”
BETA has brought 52 chargers online at site locations across the U.S. for public and private use by commercial, military, and medical entities. These sites, which have been installed in partnership with airports, FBOs, government agencies, and OEMs, set the foundation to bring electric aviation to both metropolitan areas as well as rural and hard-to-reach communities with limited access to air transportation.
“Joining BETA’s global charging network is more than an operational upgrade – it is a commitment to being on the leading and greening edge of aviation in Canada. Stolport is proud to invest in smart infrastructure that enables the economic development of sustainable aviation.” – Nicolas Pappalardo, CEO, Stolport
The partnership between BETA Technologies, PortsToronto, and Stolport demonstrates how collaboration between AAM innovators, airport authorities, and infrastructure partners can speed up the adoption of sustainable aviation technologies. BETA’s electric ALIA CTOL aircraft offers practical performance for regional travel and cargo transport while producing net-zero emissions in flight.
“Between our engineering hub in Montreal and customers in Vancouver, Canada is an important international focus for us. We’re excited to have flown ALIA into the heart of Toronto and to be teaming up with Stolport to help electrify Billy Bishop as the region embraces this new form of mobility. We look forward to all the opportunities we can unlock together for Toronto and beyond.”
– Sheradin Fabrizius, Sales Director, BETA Technologies
BETA Technologies has steadily increased its presence in Canada over the past two years. The company opened an office in Montréal in 2023, focused on engineering and aircraft certification. In the same year, BETA’s electric ALIA aircraft became the first electric aircraft to land at Montréal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport.
BETA also secured Canada’s first purchase of an eVTOL aircraft with Helijet International in October 2023. In September 2024, BETA joined CAAM’s National Board, further strengthening ties to the Canadian advance air mobility ecosystem.
About Canadian Advanced Air Mobility (CAAM)
Canadian Advanced Air Mobility (CAAM) is the national industry association for Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) in Canada. As a federal not-for-profit, CAAM leads the responsible, sustainable, and innovative integration of AAM across the country. CAAM has partnered with over 200+ organizations including industry, academia, private capital and all three levels of government to launch projects aimed at operationalizing the AAM industry. CAAM serves as the unified voice and driving force behind Canada’s growing AAM ecosystem. Visit canadianaam.com to learn more.
關於 BETA Technologies
BETA Technologies is an aerospace company manufacturing the future of aviation.
The company is producing next-generation aircraft, including conventional fixed wing electric airplanes (“ALIA CTOL”) and electric vertical takeoff and landing (“ALIA VTOL”), as well as the technologies that enable them, such as electric propulsion systems, flight controls, and battery packs. In addition, BETA is deploying an infrastructure network across the U.S. to ensure this new class of aircraft has access to reliable charging. To date, the company has installed nearly 50 chargers across the east, west, and gulf coast. With its low-cost, high reliability, and regional range capabilities, BETA’s products are designed to move goods and people to increase connectivity for rural areas and improve access to healthcare and e-commerce across the U.S. — and beyond. For more information, please visit http://www.beta.team 或在 LinkedIn 上找到我們。.
About PortsToronto
Offering service to more than 20 cities in Canada and the U.S., with connection opportunities to more than 100 international destinations via our airlines’ networks, Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport is an important international gateway. The airport is a key driver to Toronto’s economy, generating more than $2.1 billion in total economic output and supporting 4,450 jobs, including 2,080 directly associated with the airport’s operations. Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport has served its community for more than 85 years from its iconic location on the Toronto waterfront, where it facilitates healthcare for Ontarians by providing a base for medevac services connected to local hospitals. Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport is committed to achieving its vision of cleaner, greener and quieter operations, and is renowned for its unique travel experience, efficiency, and customer service, having won a host of passenger-driven and environmental achievement awards. Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport is owned and operated by PortsToronto. Nieuport Aviation owns and operates the passenger terminal at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport.
關於 Stolport
Stolport Corporation is the longest-tenured leaseholder and operational partner at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, delivering integrated airside and groundside services with a focus on efficiency, innovation, and service excellence. As a Fixed Base Operator (FBO), Stolport serves as a gateway for general, business, and public interest aviation in the heart of Toronto. Stolport is a dynamic aviation ecosystem where tenants and visiting aircraft provide a range of services including charter flights, aircraft maintenance, flight training, helicopter tourism, traffic and news operations, public interest flights (e.g. public safety, military, medical), and community-based initiatives. Stolport also facilitates seamless multimodal connectivity for passengers, service partners, and other airport users, managing auto-parking and ferry access on and between the mainland and the island. Rooted in aviation history and committed to future-ready, sustainable operations, Stolport plays a critical role in enabling smooth airport functionality while introducing forward-thinking solutions that benefit passengers, pilots, and aviation stakeholders alike.
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