Researchers from Cambridge University took part in the inaugural electric flight from Cambridge City airport in the UK. The two-person Pipistrel Velis Electro aircraft is the first electric plane certified for passenger flights in the UK, with a quick charging time of 45 minutes and a flying capacity of up to an hour. Among the passengers was Dr Deepanshu Singh, a researcher in sustainable aviation, who highlighted the quietness and efficiency of electric aviation. The flight emphasized the importance of transitioning to sustainable aviation through a combination of technologies such as novel fuels and smarter air traffic systems. The University's Aviation Impact Accelerator aims to accelerate innovation in the aviation sector to reduce its environmental impact. The flight also showcased the collaboration between academia and industry, with the aircraft partially funded by 4Air. The experience was deemed eye-opening and emphasized the need for close collaboration to achieve a sustainable future in aviation.