Heart Aerospace

Heart Aerospace is a manufacturer of hybrid-electric regional aircraft, focused on creating sustainable air travel solutions.

The company is developing the ES-30, a 30-seat airliner designed to decarbonize short-haul flights and reduce operational costs. Founded in 2018 in Gothenburg, Sweden, Heart Aerospace moved its headquarters to Torrance, California, in 2025. The ES-30 aims for commercial service by 2028, with flight tests scheduled to begin in 2026. The company employs a skilled team of over 100 aerospace engineers and has raised approximately $190–$194 million in funding. Heart Aerospace is also building the necessary infrastructure for electric regional aviation, including a pilot plant and test sites in California and New York. The ES-30 features "Electric + Reserve HybridTM" technology, offering a fully electric range of 200 km, extendable to 400–800 km with hybrid capabilities. Heart Aerospace targets regional airlines and has secured a significant order for 200 aircraft from United Airlines and Mesa Air Group, aiming to connect communities through sustainable air travel.