We recently reported on a futuristic plane that can fly without traditional jet fuel. What is it powered by instead?

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The plane pictured above, developed by BETA Technologies, has now undergone tens of thousands of test flights with help from the Air Force. The craft is evidence that all-electric planes may soon be available for commercial flights, too.

Correct answer: An electric motor

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