Electric Aircraft

Found this on Times Online. A conventional light aircraft powered by an electric motor. The aircraft flew for 48 minutes for 30 miles around the southern alps. I think we will see more airplanes like this soon, since battery technology is improving rapidly.
If I had the money I would definitely convert my favourite airplane, the Quickie, to electric power. Since the Quickie is so fuel efficient and doesn't need a large engine I think you could go quite far if you filled it with modern batteries.


<-- The Quickie