In a move aimed at expanding the limitations of electric flight, aerospace giant Airbus has announced a partnership with Air Race E, the world’s first electric airplane race set to launch its inaugural series in 2020.
Airbus Creates Electric Airplane Race
Key Takeaways:
- Airbus has announced a partnership with Air Race E, the world’s first electric airplane race, set to launch its inaugural series in 2020.
- As the official founding partner, Airbus aims to accelerate the development and adoption of cleaner, faster electric engines for urban air mobility vehicles and future commercial aircraft.
- The competition will feature eight electric-powered airplanes racing on a tight 5-km circuit at high speeds, serving as a platform to showcase and advance electric propulsion technologies.
- Airbus is also collaborating with the University of Nottingham to develop a prototype electric race plane, which will help shape the race's model and rules.
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