>The plane will also be running for 20-30 minutes prior to takeoff and 5-10 minutes after landing. That's been true up until now, but this vehicle doesn't need

>The plane will also be running for 20-30 minutes prior to takeoff and 5-10 minutes after landing. That's been true up until now, but this vehicle doesn't need to do that. Also, most e-planes have a small motor in the wheel for taxiing. >I'm talking about overall miles traveled so I'm not sure the straight line thing matters. Yes for the same trip you will travel a shorter distance in a plane. I think you just answered your own question.