Managers of half a dozen Washington airports are envisioning a future where electric commuter planes or air taxis could efficiently transport passengers across the region with minimal pollution. These airports, including Chehalis-Centralia, Yakima, Friday Harbor, Port Angeles, Everett’s Paine Field, and Boeing Field in Seattle, are proactively seeking government funding to install expensive charging stations for potential battery-powered aircraft. The aim is to be prepared for the day when electric aviation becomes a reality. However, the electric aviation sector is still in its early stages, with challenges such as uncertainty over charging standards, battery propulsion adoption, and aircraft certification for commercial operations in North America. The airports are part of a federal grant application for airside charging infrastructure, led by Chehalis-Centralia Airport, which is requesting nearly $10 million to install one or two charging stations per airport. The implementation of electric aircraft, with the support of the U.S. Department of Transportation's $800 million grant program, could revolutionize regional air travel, offering shorter flight times and reduced environmental impact. If successful, electric aircraft could provide short-haul flight options, alleviate congestion at major airports like Seattle-Tacoma, and enhance airline services to smaller cities by lowering operating costs and improving sustainability.