Founded in 2023 after two years of research, Elysian is redefining air travel with a large-scale, zero-emission aircraft. Our battery-electric technology offers a commercially competitive solution for decarbonizing aviation.
Key research topics reviewed and support the feasibility of the conceptual design, with no major obstacles
Preliminary design and component testing
Conceptual design for E9X and Elysian incorporated
Detailed design and system testing
Flight test and certification
Full-scale production and delivery
“By introducing this cutting-edge design, Elysian has established itself as a valuable partner in the industry, and we are proud to be a part of this innovative step forward.”
“Elysian highlights the potential of sustainable regional air mobility, a goal shared by regional airports like ours.”
“We expect Elysian to make a significant contribution to discovering the boundaries of battery electric flying by taking a refreshingly new look at the combination of technology and design.”
Daniel is an experienced operator, investor, and executive with deep expertise in business strategy, technology, and aerospace innovation.
Before co-leading Elysian, he managed strategic app partnerships at Google EMEA and played a key role as Partner and Commercial Director at MyCujoo, a sports streaming startup later acquired by Eleven Sports Group. An active investor, he has backed and advised startups across industries and geographies.
His focus on technology and aviation led him to spearhead sustainable aerospace initiatives at Panta Holdings, a seasoned aerospace investor for over 40 years and owner of Fokker Services Group, where he currently serves as a board member besides his role as co-CEO at Elysian.
Rob is an aerospace engineer, executive, and commercial pilot with deep expertise in technology and aviation.
Before co-leading Elysian, Rob was a senior partner at the Boston Consulting Group, where he advised global aerospace and technology companies. He began his career at Fokker Aircraft and the Royal Netherlands Air Force, gaining hands-on experience in aircraft engineering and operations.
In addition to his leadership at Elysian, Rob remains an active commercial pilot at Zeusch Aviation, bringing real-world operational insights into aircraft design and development.
Reynard is an aerospace researcher and engineer specializing in hybrid and electric aircraft design.
Before joining Elysian, he conducted extensive research on hybrid and electric propulsion as part of his PhD and postdoctoral work at Delft University of Technology, contributing to the EU Clean Sky 2 program.
He remains actively involved in the R&D ecosystems for electric aircraft design and technology across Europe and the US, advancing innovation in sustainable aviation.
Daniel is an experienced operator, investor, and executive with deep expertise in business strategy, technology, and aerospace innovation.
Before co-leading Elysian, he managed strategic app partnerships at Google EMEA and played a key role as Partner and Commercial Director at MyCujoo, a sports streaming startup later acquired by Eleven Sports Group. An active investor, he has backed and advised startups across industries and geographies.
His focus on technology and aviation led him to spearhead sustainable aerospace initiatives at Panta Holdings, a seasoned aerospace investor for over 40 years and owner of Fokker Services Group, where he currently serves as a board member besides his role as co-CEO at Elysian.
Rob is an aerospace engineer, executive, and commercial pilot with deep expertise in technology and aviation.
Before co-leading Elysian, Rob was a senior partner at the Boston Consulting Group, where he advised global aerospace and technology companies. He began his career at Fokker Aircraft and the Royal Netherlands Air Force, gaining hands-on experience in aircraft engineering and operations.
In addition to his leadership at Elysian, Rob remains an active commercial pilot at Zeusch Aviation, bringing real-world operational insights into aircraft design and development.
Reynard is an aerospace researcher and engineer specializing in hybrid and electric aircraft design.
Before joining Elysian, he conducted extensive research on hybrid and electric propulsion as part of his PhD and postdoctoral work at Delft University of Technology, contributing to the EU Clean Sky 2 program.
He remains actively involved in the R&D ecosystems for electric aircraft design and technology across Europe and the US, advancing innovation in sustainable aviation.