Scandinavian Airlines to Begin Booking Electric-Powered Flights for 2028 Written 1 June 2023
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The AP reports that Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) announced travelers “will soon be able to book seats on the carrier’s first commercial flights due to start five years from now in Sweden, Norway, and Denmark aboard electric-powered aircraft.” SAS said that 30 seats will be available on each of the three flights and that the date and location of the departure will be emailed to travelers once decided. Reservations will open online on Friday. SAS CEO Anko van der Werff said, “The fact that we can now invite our passengers to the next major milestone in the future of aviation is a natural continuation of that pioneering spirit and a significant step on our journey towards more sustainable aviation.”
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