Aerospace firms are joining forces
to tackle their industry's growing contribution to greenhouse gas
emissions, with electric engines seen as one solution. But will this be
enough to offset the growing demand for air travel?
The Paris Airshow in July this year saw the launch of the world's first commercial all-electric passenger aircraft - albeit in prototype form.
The Paris Airshow in July this year saw the launch of the world's first commercial all-electric passenger aircraft - albeit in prototype form.
Israeli firm Eviation says the craft - called Alice - will carry nine passengers for up to 650 miles (1,040km) at 10,000ft (3,000m) at 276mph (440km/h). It is expected to enter service in 2022
Read more at: Why the age of electric flight is finally upon us - BBC News
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