Solar Impulse 2 completed the first fuel-free flight around the world. The aircraft traveled approximately 40,000 kilometers using only solar energy. It relied on solar cells and onboard batteries to power electric motors. This mission demonstrated advanced engineering and renewable energy capabilities in aviation. The project inspired future developments in electric aircraft technology.
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How Solar Impulse 2 became the first aircraft to complete a 40,000 km fuel-free journey around the world
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