The Week In Technology, June 14-18, 2021

Electra hybrid-electric
Using distributed hybrid-electric propulsion for powered lift will enable takeoff and landing distances of 100 ft.
Credit: Electra
Electra Unveils First Regional Aircraft Regional air mobility startup Electra has unveiled its first commercial product, a hybrid-electric aircraft designed to fly a pilot and seven passengers up to 500 mi. with takeoff and landing distances of just 100 ft. Electra was established in 2020 by John...

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