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PostFebruary 19, 2019

Hybrid planes could shorten the leap to all-electric 737s

While aviation travel is a leading source of carbon dioxide pollution, several challenges must be faced before individuals will find themselves on an electric Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. In this article posted by James Temple, MIT Technology Review's senior editor for energy, the transition away from current aircrafts from the perspective of existing and potential battery power undergoes evaluation.

Read the full article at: https://www.technologyreview.com/the-download/612934/how-hybrid-planes-…

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