As part of its development in the USA, AURA AERO, French aircraft manufacturer and pioneer in low-carbon aviation, and Mike Goulian, renowned American professional aerobatic pilot, have signed a formal agreement making Michael the official ambassador in North America for the INTEGRAL R, AURA AERO’s two-seater aerobatic and sport aircraft. The first deliveries of the INTEGRAL R are expected by the end of this year in Europe, with US deliveries anticipated in 2025.
Michael Goulian, from Plymouth, Massachusetts, is an American national aerobatic champion, professional air show performer, former Red Bull Air Race World Series pilot, where he competed under the number 99, and businessman.
Michael learned to fly at the age of 16 performing in his first air show a few years later, before taking part in his first Red Bull Air Race in 2006. With a crisp, athletic style of flying that makes him a favorite of fans worldwide,, he has won numerous aviation awards for aerobatic competitions, aviation industry contributions and air racing achievements.
In addition to his team Goulian Aerosports, a professional air show team that performs at shows throughout North America, Michael is co-owner of a successful Cirrus Training Center in the Boston metropolitan area and is also a Designated FAA Pilot Examiner.
Michael is also an aviation author and spends time advocating for general aviation with leaders in the industry, to improve safety and promote aviation to all ages, inspiring future generations to embrace flying.
The INTEGRAL family is a family of new generation two-seater aircraft with an aerobatics capacity, available in 3 versions: INTEGRAL R (tailwheel landing gear configuration), INTEGRAL S (tricycle landing gear configuration), and INTEGRAL E (electric aircraft with tailwheel or tricycle landing gear).
Jérémy Caussade, President and co-founder of AURA AERO, comments: “We are thrilled to welcome Mike on board, to raise AURA AERO’s profile in the USA. His extensive knowledge and flying talent have made him a beloved figure on the airshow circuit. We are confident that his expertise will be invaluable in delivering an aircraft that is perfectly suited for the American market, where we already have promising interest”.
Mike Goulian adds: “There is an opening in the airplane market for a modern and beautiful entry level aerobatic sport aircraft. The INTEGRAL R fills that void perfectly! We look forward to flying and training in the INTEGRAL R, inspiring our pilots to take their interest in aerobatics to the next level”.
About AURA AERO:
A pioneer in low-carbon aviation, AURA AERO is committed to serve mankind by designing and manufacturing aircraft that accelerate air transport decarbonization. By combining the best in the aeronautical industry with state-of-the-art digital technologies, AURA AERO produces new generation aircraft with unrivaled efficiency: INTEGRAL, the two-seater training aircraft with aerobatic capabilities, and ERA, the 19-seater hybrid-electric regional aircraft.
Founded in 2018, AURA AERO is headquartered at Toulouse-Francazal airport in France and employs nearly 250 people. Having obtained design and production agreements, the company confirms its status as a fully recognized aircraft manufacturer.
AURA AERO is supported by the Occitanie Region, the BPI (French Public Investment Bank) and venture capital firm Innovacom. Laureate of the European fund EIC Accelerator and of the France 2030 program, AURA AERO is a member of the steering committee of AZEA (Alliance for Zero Emission Aviation), and is one of the 16 founder-companies of the European Future Mobility Taskforce.
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