Solar-powered aeroplane takes to the runway

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Prototype hits speeds of five knots in Switzerland

A prototype of the world’s first solar-powered aeroplane had its initial runway outing yesterday in Switzerland, hitting speeds of up to five knots and covering 2km. Further tests will take place today...

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