EasyJet partner starts developing engine for electric plane

LONDON (Reuters) - British airline easyJet has moved a step closer to commercial electric flying on short-haul routes after its partner said it would begin development of engines for its electric narrow-body aircraft.Fully electric planes will only be able to fly relatively short distances, but could be a key part of the aviation industry's bid to cut its carbon emissions.Wright Electric said on Thursday it was working to develop electrical systems that were big enough for a commercial flight of..