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Air New Zealand aims to fly battery-powered plane by 2026
✈️ This airline aims to become the first to fly an electric plane commercially by 2026.
https://str.sg/if8b
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(06-12-2023, 06:20 PM)Bigiron Wrote: Air New Zealand aims to fly battery-powered plane by 2026
✈️ This airline aims to become the first to fly an electric plane commercially by 2026.
https://str.sg/if8b
Totally ridiculous, expensive and impractical to have battery-powered commercial planes. The costs will eventually be born by consumers.
Technical Challenges:
- Energy Density: Current battery technology cannot achieve the energy density required for long-haul commercial flights. Batteries would need to be significantly lighter and store more energy to compete with jet fuel.
- Range and Payload: Electric planes currently have limited range and cannot carry the same payload as conventional aircraft. This limits their practicality for long-haul flights and cargo transportation.
- Charging Infrastructure: Charging infrastructure for large electric aircraft is not yet widely available. Developing and deploying a network of charging stations at airports would require significant investment.
Economic Challenges:
- High Cost: Battery technology and electric aircraft are currently expensive to develop and manufacture. This makes them less cost-effective compared to conventional aircraft.
- Return on Investment: Airlines need to see a clear return on investment before adopting new technologies. Until electric planes become more affordable and offer significant cost savings, airlines may be hesitant to switch.
Infrastructure Challenges:
- Airport Modifications: Airports may need to be modified to accommodate electric planes, including the installation of charging stations and modifications to runways and taxiways.
- Grid Capacity: Upgrading the electrical grid to handle the increased demand from electric planes may be necessary.
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When it catches fire it will truly be all black