A rendering of the Heart Aerospace ES-30 aircraft in JSX branding.
A rendering of the Heart Aerospace ES-30 aircraft in JSX branding. A contract to buy more than 300 hybrid-electric craft would help the semi-private carrier expand service to smaller communities.
  • Semi-private air carrier JSX has announced its intent to buy more than 300 hybrid-electric planes.
  • The aircraft are set to come from three different manufacturers and have at least 500-mile ranges.
  • JSX's public charter business offers the perks of flying private without the high price tag.

With increasing concerns about aviation's impact on climate change, global airlines are investing millions of dollars to try to decarbonize air travel.