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Solar planes fly around Switzerland
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Solar planes fly around Switzerland

On September 21st, the world's only solar-powered plane (Solar Impulse) of Switzerland made its first flight in the round-robin schedule.

December 11, 2018
The future of electric aircraft
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The future of electric aircraft

Along with the development prospects of electric vehicles, the future of electric aircraft is entirely conceivable, with superior advantages over conventional aircraft.

December 11, 2018
NASA's Global Hawk drone
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NASA's Global Hawk drone

The Global Hawk science-drived pilot has opened a new chapter in NASA's Earth Science Research.

December 11, 2018
Robot flying together
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Robot flying together

Passengers on a flight in the United Arab Emirates yesterday was shocked and delighted to learn that they have the opportunity to fly with a robot capable of talking to…

December 11, 2018
New test for solar powered aircraft
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New test for solar powered aircraft

The prototype solar powered aircraft called Solar Impulse has added some important details, helping it pass the test.

December 11, 2018
Solar plane operating since 2010
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Solar plane operating since 2010

The first solar powered aircraft in the world will be officially put into use from February 2010.

December 11, 2018
The first aircraft was powered by natural gas
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The first aircraft was powered by natural gas

Qatar Airways has made its mark in the history of the world aviation industry by successfully implementing its first commercial flight using natural gas.

December 11, 2018
Launching solar plane
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Launching solar plane

The plane runs entirely in sunlight, with wingspan equivalent to the Boeing 747 passenger aircraft but only less than a small car.

December 11, 2018
Cars 'spread out' took off
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Cars 'spread out' took off

Terrafugia Transition made a successful test flight at a landing zone in New York, USA.

December 11, 2018