The seaglider hybrid vehicle begins sea trials in Narragansett Bay, Rhode Island
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An all-electric “seaglider” that can transition between floating and flying has begun sea trials in Narragansett Bay, Rhode Island. The tests are a prelude to the vehicle’s first crewed flights, scheduled for later this year, which would make it the largest battery-powered flying machine in the world – albeit one that must remain just above the water’s surface.
Electric aircraft are tricky because they must carry heavy batteries, which…
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Publish date : 2025-03-10 21:00:00
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