Electric flight: Eviation Aircraft's plans for nine-seater passenger plane edge toward runway

Michael Holder
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US firm teams up with electric engine specialist magniX as it sets sights on delivering first commercial electric passenger planes by 2022

Eviation Aircraft's aim to develop the world's first zero emission commuter plane has taken a step forward, with the manufacturer having selected specialist engine firm magniX to provide the propulsion...

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