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NASA launched the first electric aircraft
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NASA launched the first electric aircraft

NASA announced the first version of the electric-powered aircraft, the X-57 Maxwell, before continuing to complete with its first test flight plan in 2020.

November 12, 2019
Europe is about to have an electric plane
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Europe is about to have an electric plane

Three major European manufacturers - Airbus, Rolls-Royce and Siemens - have announced plans to develop hybrid gasoline and electric hybrid vehicles.

December 12, 2018
NASA builds electric planes
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NASA builds electric planes

American Space Agency (NASA) launches new electric powered aircraft, equipped with 18 engines on the wing.

December 12, 2018
The first electric plane of China
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The first electric plane of China

The RX1E is China's first electric plane to receive a qualification flight from the Civil Aviation Authority.

December 12, 2018
Airbus researches electric planes
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Airbus researches electric planes

Airbus has announced plans to build a smaller aircraft powered by hybrid electric motors, similar to the current approach by automakers.

December 11, 2018
New generation electric plane
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New generation electric plane

According to Gizmag magazine, EADCO has signed a contract with AC Aero to develop a new electric plane called the Elektro E6, which can accommodate up to 6 passengers wi…

December 11, 2018