With a cruise speed of 240 kts the turbine ME-1A will be approximately 100 kts faster than a comparable size aircraft of floats.  This speed advantage means that the same distance trip can be flown in 42% less time.

The fastest speed combined with amphibious capability matters even more to commercial operators. This capability enables more opportunities to expand into additional markets, additional flights per day to lower fixed costs, and more flexibility, all leading to additional revenue.

The ME-1A will be manufactured with state-of-the-art certified proven technology and meet the current FAA and EASA certification criterion for the design, production, maintenance, and training of new amphibious aircraft.  The twin-engine ME-1A can operate in the existing national and global airspace/airway network system and be supported by the existing infrastructure.