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Feds launch groundbreaking electric plane pilot program in Virginia
The U.S. Department of Transportation and Federal Aviation Administration launched a pilot program for electric aircraft in Virginia, featuring BETA Technologies' Alia A250. The initiative aims to integrate advanced air mobility into the national airspace system, with future demonstrations planned across 26 states to transport passengers, medical resources, and cargo.
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