NASHVILLE, TN - Feb. 3,2026. Tone, Whisper Aero’s outdoor brand, today announced the T1 Pilot Program, an early access program that loans select commercial operators' pre-production T1 Handheld Leaf Blower units for a 2–3 week on-site trial. The program is designed for organizations that require professional performance in environments where noise has a direct impact on the experience, including resorts and hospitality properties, golf courses, HOAs, universities, and professional landscaping teams.

In noise-sensitive settings, traditional gas-powered equipment can turn routine maintenance into a disruption. The T1 Handheld Leaf Blower reduces that tradeoff by delivering 25newtons of blowing force and 880 CFM while operating at 52 dB(A) at 50 feet– enabling crews to maintain grounds during peak guest hours, tournament play, and campus activity without interrupting the experience.

“In hospitality, quiet isn’t a nice-to-have – it’s part of the experience,” said Andrew Terajewicz, Director of Air Management at Whisper Aero. “The T1 Pilot Program is built for operators who want their property to feel premium all day long, and it gives teams a way to prove what changes when the noise is gone.”

Trial-first, low-friction adoption

The T1 Pilot Program is designed to be simple to evaluate and easy to adopt. Qualified operators receive loaner pre-production units for a 2–3 week trial, plus direct support from Tone to capture feedback and validate performance in real operating conditions.

The program supports multiple purchasing pathways, including direct purchasing for hotels and hotel groups, alongside traditional commercial channels. Participants also receive priority access to production units when shipments begin in September 2026.

Pre-production pilot units ship in April 2026, with a second pilot wave in July 2026. Trials are provided at no cost. Additionally, pilot participants will be prioritized for initial delivery allocation of Tone’s future Backpack Battery System, designed for longer duty cycles on large properties and shipping in Q2 2027.

How to Participate

Commercial operators can apply to join the T1 Pilot Program at toneoutdoors.com/pages/partners. Allocation is prioritized based on application date and fleet potential.

Experience the T1 Handheld LeafBlower in person at the Golf Industry Show (GCSAA Conference and Trade Show),Feb. 2–5, 2026, in Orlando, FL, booth #1135.

About Whisper Aero

Whisper Aero is pioneering a more compelling and connected future by delivering cleaner, quieter, and more efficient propulsion solutions. Their break through technologies allow aircraft to fly anywhere at any time without disturbing communities, at greater speeds, and with incredible improvements in efficiency and cost. These innovations also enable a new generation of air-moving products that blend into the soundscapes of daily life. Founded by industry veteransMark Moore and Ian Villa, Whisper Aero continues to innovate with its world-class team in Tennessee.

About Tone

Tone, Whisper Aero's first consumer brand, delivers quiet, high-performing tools that combine power with respect for people and spaces. Born from Whisper'sUltraQuiet™ propulsion breakthroughs, Tone brings advanced aerospace engineering into outdoor power equipment, starting with the T1 Handheld LeafBlower. More than a product, Tone represents calm, performance, and progress—built for homes, communities, and the future of outdoor living.

For press inquiries, please contact Bridget Boylan at bridget.boylan@whisperaero.com.

Footnotes
¹Runtime varies by mode, duty cycle, and conditions. Maximum power defined as approximately 25N of thrust.
²Charging time varies by input power and conditions.
³BystanderA-weighted sound pressure level measured at 15 m (50 ft) using the test procedure described in ANSI/OPEI B175.2-2012. Results may vary by mode and conditions.