World’s largest all-electric aircraft took to the skies for the first time

The world’s largest all-electric aircraft made its maiden flight on Thursday as it made a short flight over Washington State, according to manufacturers magniX.  For the first flight a test pilot took to the skies alone, but the plane can seat nine passengers. It took off at 16.02 BST (08:02 PST) and flew over Moses Lake … Read more

World’s largest all-electric aircraft will take to the skies for the first time

World’s largest all-electric aircraft will take to the skies for the first time this afternoon for a 20 minute flight over Washington state A single test pilot will fly the all electric aircraft over Moses Lake in Washington MagniX have added their 750-watt electric motor to a Cessna Grand Caravan It can seat up to … Read more

NASA reveals the first images of its all-electric X-57 Maxwell plane

NASA has shared the first pictures showing its new all-electric X-57 Maxwell plane that will be quieter and up to 500 per cent more efficient than conventional aircraft.  It will be the first manned X-plane produced by NASA in two decades and is designed to help develop standards for future all-electric aircraft. The X-57 Maxwell … Read more

Ford will launch its first all-electric Transit van in 2022

US vehicle manufacturer Ford has announced an electric version of its famous Transit van, a favourite with tradesman worldwide. The Ford Transit, which is the world’s best-selling cargo van, will be available in an all-electric version for the US and Canadian markets from 2022. It will include smart technology to ‘help the driver’s judgement’ while … Read more