Airports are among the greatest sources of local air pollution. A major airport's idling and taxiing planes can emit hundreds of tons of VOCs and nitrogen oxides annually. And airplanes alone are responsible for creating 12 % of CO2 emissions from transportation sources in the United States Estimates say that aviation is responsible for about 3.5 % of global warming, and this number could increase to 15 % by 2050. With these figures in mind, finding an alternative for airplanes could have a significant impact on preventing global warming.

The E430 is at the forefront of electric powered aircraft design. Designed as a kit aircraft for the US market, the 2-seat single airplane is the world's first electric aircraft made for commercial production. The E430 was designed for commercial production from the beginning and is not just an experimental prototype.

Because of the self-developed electric power system, the airplane emits no CO2 and little to no noise pollution. Due to its electric motor, the cost of operating the aircraft is relatively low compared to a gas powered aircraft – the E430’s cost can be as low as US$2.50 per hour. The aircraft is not only environmentally friendly, but also easy for the pilot to fly.
Recharging the plane’s battery has also been designed to be easy. By using a standard 110 or 230 volt AC system, the pilot simply plugs in the power cord, waits for a minimum of one hour to recharge and the airplane is ready to fly again.

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Yuneec International - China