New Zealand carrier Air New Zealand announced it has placed an order for the purchase of electric aircraft.
What is known
Eviation Aircraft in 2019 introducedan electric aircraft designed to carry up to nine passengers. The vehicle is called Alice. It will be able to reach speeds of up to 481 km / h and will have a cruising range of 463 km.
An Israeli company plans to launch massdeliveries of electric aircraft in 2027. Air New Zealand has entered into an agreement to supply up to 23 aircraft that will serve regional routes in the country.
Buying electric aircraft has severalbenefits. The benefit to the environment is the reduction in emissions. The advantage for the company will be lower maintenance costs compared to aircraft that use fossil fuels.