Solar Impulse 2 Completes U.S. Crossing, Lands in NYC
The Solar Impulse 2, piloted by André Borschberg, has successfully landed at JFK International Airport in New York City. The flight, which took 4 hours and 41 minutes, marked the completion of crossing the U.S. mainland as part of the first attempt to circumnavigate the globe in a solar-powered aircraft.
The journey began in Lehigh Valley International Airport and ended with a symbolic flight around the Statue of Liberty, highlighting a pollution-free future. Borschberg's arrival in New York City caps off a mission that saw over 20,000 people visit the aircraft and four million live views on solarimpulse.com during the U.S. leg.
The Solar Impulse mission, led by Bertrand Piccard and André Borschberg, aims to demonstrate the feasibility of clean technologies. After crossing the U.S., the next challenge is the Atlantic crossing, weather permitting. The mission will then continue to Europe or North Africa before returning to Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates. The aircraft, Si2, has passed through several U.S. cities during its journey, with both pilots taking turns at the controls.
The successful landing in New York City signifies the completion of the U.S. mainland crossing for the Solar Impulse 2. The mission continues with the Atlantic crossing, showcasing the potential of clean technologies in aviation. The flight around the Statue of Liberty serves as a symbol of hope for a pollution-free future.
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