Electric Aircraft
Meet the Slovenian Company That Brought the Electric Revolution to the Skies
Pipistrel, with nine electric aircraft to its credit, was the first to market with an e-plane. Now it’s ready to launch its largest yet.

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This Hybrid Airplane Could Become the Tesla of the Skies in the Next Two Years
The nine-passenger Cassio 2 has an electric propulsion system that turns it into a flying Model X.
Forget Fuel Tanks and Batteries: This New Electric Jet Concept Uses Air Friction to Generate Power
Instead of fossil fuel or large battery banks, Eather One will be powered by air friction across its wings and airframe. That kind of renewable, on-demand energy is a radical proposition.
This New Propeller-Powered Plane Concept Trades Speed for Zero-Emission Flight
The ZER0 is powered by three large propellers instead of jet engines.
Rolls-Royce Unveils an Ultra-Fast Electric Plane With the Goal of Reaching a Record 300 MPH
The aerospace company believes the ACCEL will be able to hit speeds in excess of 300 mph next year.
Watch the First All-Electric Seaplane Take Flight in Canada
Powered by a 750 hp electric engine, the plane completed its first successful flight on Tuesday.
This New Zero-Emissions Electric Air Race Promises Thrills Without the Fumes and Noise
The main requirement of Air Race E is the ability to go fast.
Why One Electric-Aircraft Pioneer Believes Hybrid Jet Engines Are the Best Path to the Future
According to Kevin Noertker, the most efficient path to a fully electric future is a partially electric present.
This High-Tech VTOL Is the First to Harness Hydrogen for Eco-Friendly Flights
The bird’s 400-mile, zero-emission range makes it especially interesting.