Electric Engine for Small Aircraft

Irfan S. Shaikh1, Dipak S. Nisad2, Khushal S. Athanikar3, Sapana Desai4

PUNE INSTITUTE OF AVIATION TECHNOLOGY
Approved by Directorate General of Civil Aviation, Govt. of India

Affiliated to Savitribai Phule Pune University

1E-mail: irfanshaikh.puneiat@gmail.com

2E-mail: dipaknisad.puneiat@gmail.com

3E-mail: khushalathanikar.puneiat@gmail.com

4E-mail: sapnadesai@puneiat.edu.in

Abstract - The aviation industry is developing eco-friendly technologies to reduce pollution and fuel consumption. Conventional aircraft use petrol or jet fuel engines that release harmful gases into the atmosphere. Electric propulsion systems are becoming an important alternative for future aviation because they are cleaner, quieter, and more efficient.

This project focuses on the design and development of a small aircraft powered by an electric motor using rechargeable batteries and solar panels. The electric motor converts electrical energy into mechanical energy to rotate the propeller and generate thrust. Solar panels are installed to recharge the battery using sunlight, which helps increase flight duration and reduce dependency on external charging.

The project demonstrates the working principle of electric aircraft propulsion systems and highlights the use of renewable energy in aviation technology.

Key Words:  Electric Aircraft, Solar Powered Aircraft, Battery Powered Aircraft, Electric Propulsion System, DC Brushless Motor, Renewable Energy Aviation, Sustainable Aviation, Green Aviation Technology