Development of electric powered aircraft

The two-seat electric-powered airplane designed by the Institute for Aircraft Design at the University of Stuttgart, Germany will be funded to further develop the technology.

The new eGenius , launched at the International Airfreight Fair, Friedrichshafen , Germany, runs from April 13th to 16th.

The aircraft has a wingspan of 16.86 meters, weighs 850 kg, is large enough for two pilots to sit side by side, range 400 km can reach speeds of up to 235 km / h . The aircraft uses a 60kW electric motor system.

Electric plane. Picture: Airbus

" We are examining the long-term potential of the power supply as the main alternative source of power in the aircraft, " said Airbus spokesman Don.

"Airbus is thoroughly researching all of the technologies being used today to find alternative sources of energy," said Christopher Emerson, senior vice president for product strategy and market forecasts at Airbus. future aviation . "

In addition to monitoring electric propulsion technology, Airbus is also deploying fuel cell technology as an alternative energy source, applying and testing biofuel technology.