4AIR champions all-electric aviation through sponsorship of a Pipistrel Velis Electro to be used by the UK charity
A global first for electric aircraft to be dedicated to disability flight training
Second year of 4AIR’s leadership and support of electric aviation in the UK

L-R: Al Rosser, Aerobility Service Delivery Director & Chief Flying Instructor; Mike Miller-Smith, Aerobility CEO; and 4AIR pilot Adam Twidell with the Pipistrel Velis Electro and members of the Aerobility team

Blackbushe Airport, UK, 2nd February 2026: 4AIR, the aviation sustainability solutions company, has delivered a fully electric Pipistrel Velis Electro aircraft to the UK charity Aerobility, marking a first-of-its-kind global initiative, for a 12-month sponsorship that brings together electric aviation, accessibility, and purpose-driven flight training.

The two-seater aircraft is now based at Blackbushe Airport, in Surrey, UK, and will be used by Aerobility, which provides flight training and flying experiences for people living with disabilities. This milestone represents the second consecutive year of 4AIR’s support of the Pipistrel Velis in the UK, underscoring a sustained commitment to advancing low-emission aviation while expanding access to the skies.

The Pipistrel Velis Electro is the world’s first certified electric-powered, zero emissions aircraft. Designed for pilot training under day Visual Flight Rules (VFR) operations, its electric engine produces 57.6 kW of power from a 345 VDC electric system, with a low noise output of only 60 dB and a maximum altitude of 12,000 ft.

Throughout the year ahead, Aerobility and 4AIR will also collaborate on public engagement, industry demonstrations and educational initiatives to highlight both accessible aviation and the role of emerging technologies in decarbonising flight.

“The Pipistrel Velis Electro has simple cockpit controls compared to a standard combustion aircraft, and the exceptionally quiet cabin and large windows make it an ideal platform to showcase the pure magic of flight”, said Kennedy Ricci, President of 4AIR. “Accessible flight and sustainable flight should move forward together and we are proud to support Aerobility’s mission, helping to broaden participation in aviation’s future.”

“This aircraft is a showcase example of inclusion and innovation,” said Al Rosser, Aerobility’s Service Delivery Director and Chief Flying Instructor. “We are very grateful for 4AIR’s sponsorship, which will open up the world of electric aviation and allow more people living with a disability to experience the transformative impact of flight.”

About 4AIR:

4AIR is an aviation industry pioneer offering sustainability solutions beyond just simple carbon neutrality. Its industry-first framework aims to tackle climate impacts of all varieties, providing a streamlined and verifiable pathway for aviation industry participants to effectively counteract and reduce aircraft emissions. The 4AIR framework comprises four levels, each equipped with specific, science-based objectives, independently verified results, and increasingly significant impacts on sustainability. This approach facilitates easy adoption for private aviation users seeking sustainability, providing access to carbon markets, sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), support for new technologies, and other strategies. For further details, visit 4AIR.aero.

About Aerobility: Aerobility is an aviation charity that changes lives by allowing anyone, with any disability, to experience the magic of flight. The organisation focuses on three core pillars: Flying, Education, and Advocacy all with the goal of making aviation more accessible. Through adapted aircraft, virtual flight simulators, classroom sessions, funded programmes, and more, Aerobility harnesses the positive and often powerful impact aviation can have on people living with disabilities. Made up of dedicated volunteers and staff and operating across four UK bases, the charity encourages disabled individuals to ask themselves, “If I can fly an aeroplane, what else can I do?

Paul Cremer

My name is Paul Cremer, and this marks my 42nd year working within the business and general aviation industry. Over this time, I’ve had the privilege of overseeing a diverse array of sector activities, ranging from aircraft charter and management to air ambulance services, ground operations, air traffic control, airport management, technology implementation, and the outsourcing services I currently manage.

In my role focused on delivering advisory, technology, and outsourcing services to aviation customers, I handle a wide spectrum of responsibilities. This includes overseeing International Trip Support, Operations Control Centre Services (OCC), Continuing Airworthiness Management Service (CAMO), Airworthiness Reviews, ARC Services, Aircraft Delivery and Re-delivery Support Services, Maintenance Coordination Services including AOG, Tech Ops (Maintenance Control Centre), and managing myairops software products. As the Head of Aviation Delivery, I lead the customer-facing delivery of Technology & Outsourcing products and services for the market, drawing upon a wealth of knowledge, expertise, and industry connections within Gama Aviation’s Technology and Outsourcing Strategic Business Unit.

My journey into Business and General Aviation began during my teenage years while still in school. I was fortunate enough to be welcomed into the industry, starting at a flying club, and later working at the Air Traffic Services Unit at Blackbushe Airport. There, I maintained the ATC Movement Logs in the Control Tower during weekends, solidifying my passion for aviation. Upon completing my schooling, I seized opportunities at Fairoaks Airport, where I began as Ground Crew while pursuing my Aerodrome Flight Information Service Officer’s license. Advancements in my career led me to the role of Air Traffic Services Manager.

Since joining Gama Aviation in 1996, I’ve held various positions, including Operations Manager (Post Holder), Operations & Commercial Manager, Commercial Manager, Operations Delivery Manager, Head of Business Aviation Delivery, and currently, Head of Aviation Delivery. This role encompasses Gama Aviation Group’s Gama Aviation, myairops, and FlyerTech companies.

In 2023, I was honoured to be invited to serve as the Chair of the Operations Working Group for the British Business & General Aviation Association. This opportunity allows me to contribute to industry initiatives within BBGA’s membership of nearly 200 industry companies, focusing on challenges such as regulatory compliance, Air Services Agreements, technological advancements, workforce development, operational matters, and sustainability.

Marc Bailey

Marc Bailey has spent his career in aviation and has worked in most areas of our industry with scheduled airlines, MRO’s, military contract support and latterly with associations, government, and its agencies.

Marc currently represents your position in Europe (even post Brexit) – as President of ECOGAS (European Council of General Aviation Support) which maintains a voice with EASA. All the major member states are represented on the ECOGAS board. With EASA restructuring its meetings with industry, ECOGAS is now well positioned to represent our position in all areas following industry partnerships with the European Continued Airworthiness Group and with the Association for Remotely Piloted Aviation Services (ARPAS). 

Marc is chair of the UKASF (United Kingdom Airworthiness Strategic Forum) as part of an initiative to develop Aviation Services across all aviation activities.  The UKASF pulls together airlines, MROs, Rotary, Drones, and commercial GA bodies to work with CAA and DfT. The objective is for industry to take the lead to drive strategic issues to benefit all parties. We are well positioned after six years to continue our good work for industry. With the re-established role of Chief Surveyor in the CAA we have a good focal point to undertake this work with the regulator including regular discussions and a full industry day with the CAA each year.

Marc chairs the CAA Finance and Services Forum, which allows industry in the UK to discuss the financial plans for the CAA and look closely at the services being delivered to industry. This is a new and valuable new platform for all parties.

Marc has formed an alliance with, ARPAS, AOPA, BHA and BBGA so that we can strengthen our voice under a joint ‘GA 4 Biz’ banner. This alliance is working to do everything possible to represent the industry’s business interests with UK government and to help realise the Government’s desire to make UK General Aviation a Global Leader in a post Brexit environment. 

The next Generation initiatives with industry and government have continued to develop with the retention platform now evolving into the “Aviation Skills Recruitment Platform” .  The platform now not only offers a vehicle for those offering and seeking posts in aviation, it also provides pathways with its TalentView portion seeking to provide pathways for new entrants into our sector. 

The recruitment platform is being further developed to include training opportunities across a wide range of providers, from government agencies through academic bodies. Getting our next generation activities right in the UK over the next couple of years is our single most important issue which we in aviation must grab with both hands. Moving into 2026 we are seeking to further develop the pathways to enter aviation, and this effort is being supported with development of multimedia platforms with the organisation Metaverse. This multimedia approach is being developed so that it is more relatable to the next generation of people wishing to join aviation in a myriad of roles.

In the role of President (honorary) Marc can support the BBGA in many aspects and continue to ensure that we retain the right connections across industry, with regulators in the UK, regulators in the EU and wherever possible help hold government and its departments to account using normal channels, and where necessary utilise All Party-Political Groups for aviation.

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