Podcast: AVweb Speaks With Pipistrel’s Tine Tomaic

Gemini Sparkle

Key Takeaways:

  • The article introduces an interview with Tine Tomažič, Pipistrel's Director of Research and Development, an experienced engineer and test pilot with a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering.
  • The interview covers key topics including the capabilities and limitations of electric aircraft, Pipistrel's Panthera four-seater, and Tomažič's most frightening experience in an airplane.
See a mistake? Contact us.

At the Sustainable Aviation Symposium, AVweb spoke with Pipistrel’s modest Director of Research and Development, Tine Tomažič. Dr. Tomažič received his Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Ljubljana and has been with Pipistrel for 16 years as an intern, test pilot and engineer. We spoke with Tine about what electric aircraft can (and can’t) do, Pipistrel’s fast four-seater, the Pathera, and the most scared he’s ever been in an airplane. Listen to our interview below.

Duration: 10:23

File Size: 10 MB download here

Sign-up for newsletters & special offers!

Get the latest stories & special offers delivered directly to your inbox

SUBSCRIBE