Sikorsky building EV helicopter
- An electric-powered helicopter is being built by Sikorsky, a unit of United Technologies, to test the capabilities of the alternative motor design.
The piloted aircraft is based on the S-300C design and features a 200-horsepower electric motor powered by lithium ion batteries.
Sikorsky will use the demonstration craft to help develop improved electric technology.
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