The Solar Impulse team has released its plans for 2016, including the continuation of the round-the-world flight of the all-solar-powered Si2. With new batteries installed, flight testing will begin in Hawaii toward the end of February, but the team does not plan to take off across the Pacific Ocean until April 20 at the earliest.
Solar Impulse Team Reveals 2016 Plans
Key Takeaways:
- The Solar Impulse Si2 will resume its round-the-world flight in 2016, with flight testing starting in Hawaii in late February and the Pacific crossing planned for April 20 at the earliest.
- The team has implemented flexible route options for each leg, selecting multiple potential destinations (e.g., four along western North America) to adapt to the best weather conditions.
- The planned journey includes flying from Hawaii across North America (to New York), then over the Atlantic to Europe or northern Africa, before finally returning to Abu Dhabi.
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