US developer of modular battery energy-storage systems for electric aviation.

Propulsion Architecture
Modular Electric Propulsion Ion Core (EPiC) battery energy-storage systems.
Primary Certification Context
Supplier / Component
Strengths
Electric Power Systems describes its modular Electric Propulsion Ion Core (EPiC) battery system and identifies a range of aviation applications. The company reports collaboration with Safran Electrical & Power on electric propulsion and high-performance batteries.
Weaknesses / Open Questions
Aircraft shown as use cases require installation-specific verification before individual relationships are recorded. A certification pathway is not an issued product approval.
Last Updated
October 27, 2026
In 2022 SkyDrive selected EP Systems to design, develop and manufacture an EPiC battery system for SD-05. Later configuration and contract status require confirmation; this historical selection does not establish completed production deliveries or product approval. SkyDrive and EP Systems, 18 July 2022. Company-reported; checked 27 October 2026.
Batteries and battery management
Product manufacturer