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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Travel
Aisha Rimi

Passengers could be booking seats on electric planes within two years, says expert

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Passengers could be travelling using electric aircrafts for short trips within two years, an aviation expert has predicted.

Australian airline Rex has announced plans to trial the emerging technology by 2024 on selected regional routes, while a number of operators across Australia are already doing so.

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