The aviation industry is under unprecedented pressure regarding its impact on the climate. Aircraft manufacturers and airlines redouble their engagement to limit their carbon footprint. Motivated by the example of the car industry, a number of them see the electric plane as a way forward. However, that will not likely happen tomorrow....

“We are at the dawn of the third era of aviation,” proclaims Rolls-Royce as it announces the acquisition of Siemens’ electric and hybrid-electric aerospace propulsion business, marking a clear step further into making greener engines....

Electric aircraft might just be the solution for the future aviation. It is quiet, which would be a huge relief for the people living near the airports. But most importantly, it is one of the greatest solutions for when it comes to renewably-fueled travel so far....

Soon the electricity-powered vehicles might involve not only cars or bikes but the planes too. Airbus, Rolls-Royce, and Siemens formed a collaboration to create a hybrid-electric driven commercial aircraft....

Airbus, Rolls-Royce, and Siemens are collaborating to create the technology necessary for a hybrid-electric plane, the companies said Tuesday....

Siemens, Strata Manufacturing and Etihad Airways signed an agreement to cooperate on the development of the first 3D-printed parts for aircraft interiors in the Middle East and North Africa....