Eve Air Mobility (Eve) has announced the addition of four new suppliers for its electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. KRD Luftfahrttechnik GmbH (KRD) will provide KASIGLAS® polycarbonate windows, Latecoere will supply the aircraft’s doors, while RALLC and Alltec will both contribute fuselage components.
“Eve has assembled a strong list of global and local suppliers with a reputation for not only delivering outstanding quality, but doing so reliably,” said Johann Bordais, CEO of Eve Air Mobility. “These long-term relationships will cover the aircraft’s entire life cycle, including all prototypes, production, aftermarket service, and operational support.”
Based in Germany, KRD will deliver custom-designed KASIGLAS windows, including those for the cockpit and passenger doors. These windows are engineered for extreme durability and their polycarbonate construction not only reduces weight but also provides enhanced impact resistance.
France-based Latecoere will supply the doors for Eve’s eVTOL aircraft. Renowned as one of the leading independent manufacturers of aircraft doors, Latecoere is recognised for its high safety and performance standards. The company supports multiple aircraft manufacturers, including Embraer, offering design and development, production, certification and in-service support for all its doors.
RALLC and Alltec, both headquartered in Brazil, will provide various fuselage components. RALLC specialises in all stages of manufacturing processes for structural components, offering integrated and innovative solutions for several aerospace companies, including Embraer.
Alltec focuses on the development and production of components and subassemblies made from high-performance composite materials for the aeronautical, defence, and security markets. With nearly 30 years of experience, the company is known for its expertise and also supplies Embraer. Alltec will provide thermoplastic and thermosetting composite technologies for the eVTOL’s fuselage.
Eve’s eVTOL aircraft features eight dedicated propellers for vertical flight and fixed wings for cruising, with no change in the position of these components during flight. The latest concept includes an electric pusher powered by dual electric motors, ensuring propulsion redundancy and aiming to achieve the highest levels of performance and safety. The design offers numerous advantages, including lower operational costs, fewer parts, optimised structures and systems and efficient thrust with minimal noise.
Last year, Eve announced that its first eVTOL production facility will be located in Taubaté, São Paulo, Brasil. The company has commenced assembly of its first full-scale eVTOL prototype, which will be followed by a rigorous test campaign. Eve’s eVTOL is scheduled to begin deliveries and enter into service in 2026.
