LOS ANGELES — The Pipistrel Velis Electro, the world’s first and only type of certified electric aircraft, has landed at Santa Monica Airport.

The zero-emissions plane is making an impact on environmentally-friendly aviation and green mobility technology.

The Velis Electro’s quiet operation (only 60 decibels), low operating costs and zero carbon emissions makes it the ideal aircraft for training student pilots in populated areas.

Lower operating costs also reduce the fees for flight training, enabling more inclusive access to aviation careers.