Deutsche Post plans to use electric aircraft in air freight soon. The freight subsidiary DHL Express has ordered twelve electric aircraft of the type “Alice” from the electric aircraft manufacturer Eviation, which are to be delivered in 2024, the Bonn-based company announced on Tuesday. The “Alice” youngster flight should take place this year. In doing so, Swiss Post wants to come closer to its long-term goal of emission-free operation by 2050. With the order, DHL is planning to set up the first electric air freight network, it said. “Alice” can transport over 1,200 kilograms of cargo. The charging time per flight hour is around 30 minutes, the maximum range is 815 kilometers. The aircraft is therefore suitable for shorter feeder flights. The Alice electric aircraft is developed and produced by Eviation, a manufacturer based in Washington State.
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