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Polaris hybrid-electric seaplane boasts 85% better fuel efficiency

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Tidal Flight signs a Letter of Intent with Tropic Ocean Airways for 20 of its hybrid-electric Polaris amphibian seaplanes worth over US$100 million .

The hybrid powertrain cuts takeoff noise by approximately 20 decibels and improves fuel efficiency by 85% compared to similar aircraft flying similar routes.

So far, a 1/6th scale model of the Polaris has flown, with a full-sized prototype scheduled to fly in 2027 and passenger service expected by 2030 .

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