Easyjet asks children for ideas on net zero flying

Easyjet has launched a competition inviting children to design a zero emission aircraft The airline has partnered with Airbus, zero-emission technology start-up Wright Electric, and designer Frank Stephenson, known for his recent work on designs for electric flying taxis, to launch the Aircraft of the Future competition, open to 7–16 year olds in the UK. The competition is calling on school children up and down the UK, aged from 7 – 16 to design a passenger plane for travelling across Europe, powered by a sustainable energy source. The airline says the competition aims to engage younger generations and inspire them to become part of the revolution of future air travel as aircraft designers and engineers. The competition has launched just in time for UK half-term. Families flying with easyJet over the holidays are encouraged to pack their pencil cases, for kids to take inspiration from their flight for their design, and help parents keep them occupied on board.<br/>