Historic Electric Cargo Flight Makes Stopover at Ostend-Bruges Airport
A milestone for sustainable aviation was achieved as the first fully electric cargo flight made a stopover at Ostend-Bruges Airport. The flight is a collaboration between DHL Express and E-Flight Academy, utilizing a Pipistrel Velis Electro aircraft. This specific aircraft was converted from a two-seater passenger plane for this cargo mission. The demonstration flight traveled from the Netherlands towards the UK, showcasing the potential for zero-emission air logistics. This event marks a significant step in the aviation industry's research into more environmentally friendly freight solutions.
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