Staff Writer
A Swiss plane, the Solar
Impulse 2, has begun its around-the-world flight on March 9, 2015 using only
solar power. Taking off in Abu Dhabi, the two piloted plane will land briefly
in Muscat, Oman to rest and spread a campaigning message about the importance
of clean energy.
The plane will stop at
several spots as it hops oceans and continents, educating people along the way.
After stopping in India and China, Solar Impulse 2 will cross the Pacific Ocean
and land in the United States. Leaving Phoenix, Arizona it will land once more
in New York before crossing another ocean. Following crossing the Atlantic, the
plane will stop in either Northern Africa or Southern Europe. The exact
location is still being decided. Then, it’s a straight shot back to Abu Dhabi.
The flight is expected
to arrive in late July or early August, ending their five month journey. Follow
the current live stream at http://www.solarimpulse.com/sitv.
