Electra.aero and Hunch Mobility sign agreement for EL9 aircraft

Hunch Mobility is set to buy Electra.aero’s EL9 hybrid-electric aircraft for use on future regional air routes in India.
The memorandum of understanding (MoU) was signed at the India Urban Air Mobility Expo 2025 this week for an undisclosed number of aircraft.
“We are excited to partner with Hunch Mobility to bring our EL9 aircraft to the Indian market,” said Marc Ausman, vice president, Sales and Support at Electra. “This partnership combines Electra’s innovative aircraft technology with Hunch Mobility’s operational expertise and market presence to deliver cleaner, quieter, and faster transportation options that address India’s pressing mobility challenges.”
Currently offering services under the name Blade India, Hunch Mobility plans to rollout “direct-to-destination air connectivity” across India. The EL9 is suitable for the regional piece of this vision due to its short takeoff and landing capabilities — under 150ft (45.7m). This means the aircraft can operate from areas such as sports fields, car parks and certain helicopter pads.
Under the terms of the agreement, the companies will work to define route networks. According to Electra, the pair will target highly congested ground routes that will suit the capabilities of the EL9. The partnership also includes items such as coordinated advocacy for policies supporting research, development and infrastructure for AAM.
Amit Dutta, MD, Hunch Mobility added: “Our partnership with Electra represents a significant step forward in our mission to reduce travel friction and offer cost-effective air transportation alternatives. The EL9 aircraft will enable us to expand our services and provide a seamless transition to electric air mobility for our customers.
“We are happy and proud to announce this partnership at the CII Urban Air Mobility Expo 2025, a landmark event playing a pivotal role in advancing India’s leadership in urban air mobility. This platform brings together manufacturers, facilitators, and operators to foster collaboration and innovation, shaping a future-ready air mobility ecosystem.”