The first electric-powered experimental aircraft called ‘E-Fan’, developed by airbus, has taken its first flight at a French airport. This could prove a key step towards greener, quieter, cheaper air travel. Although its first flight, powered by 120 lithium-ion polymer batteries, lasted for less than 10 minutes it can fly for an hour before needing a recharge and will cost … [Read more...] about First Electric Powered Airplane