Comment by M95D
2 hours ago
Air transport in general, not just this airplane, could benefit from a catapult or winch takeoff at airports. It could be electric, it would reduce the most energy-demanding part of flight and make takeoff safer.
They could also use electric tugs to and from the runway, not just at the terminal.
Why do you believe that?
Specific to the electric plane, you remove some of the battery weight, as that energy would then come from the catapult.
But, as a general thing? I don't see it happening. There's a TON of complexity in a catapult system.
Plus, the amount of spilled champagne in first class is going to ruin a lot of suits and blouses. Can't have that. ;)