Blog: Electric aircraft – the new technology is now on the horizon
With climate change and sustainability flying high on the agenda, the electrification of aircraft is much anticipated. And while we’re some way from seeing fully electric commercial aircraft, Andrew Southall, senior aviation surveyor at McLarens Aviation, confirms that investment is increasing and the technology is fast-evolving.
The aviation industry has reached some notable electric milestones in recent years. You can now buy a two-seat fully electric light aircraft that has an impressive one hour endurance with a 30-minute
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