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Though four trainers are emerging as leaders, competition in this segment is fierce.
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Though four trainers are emerging as leaders, competition in this segment is fierce.
 
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The list keeps getting longer as more and more electric-powered aircraft development programs target the general aviation market. Ranging from two-seat trainers to 19-seat regional aircraft, here is a look at some of those programs.
 
 
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After Falcon 6X, Dassault doubles down on product range expansion strategy and takes on Bombardier and Gulfstream.
 
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