European Airline EasyJet Is Changing How Planes Operate On The Ground

European discount airline EasyJet has been in the news lately for negative treatment of a number of disabled passengers.But now, they are making headlines for a much more positive reason.According to Bloomberg, EasyJet will begin testing a system that allows planes to taxi on the ground under electric power.The Electric Green Taxiing System (EGTS) works by using electric motors to power the wheels of the aircraft while it is on the ground. EasyJet estimates that around 4 percent of fuel used during a normal trip is actually burned while the plane is still on the ground.By using this electric system, the planes will no longer waste that fuel, which will then reduce the amount of greenhouse gasses emitted in a flight.But don't think this is all about going green either. EasyJet will also be saving money on fuel costs.They plan to begin testing the system soon. If successful, EasyJet will equip airplanes with EGTS starting in 2016.Now take a look at how EasyJet treated a French passenger >Please follow Getting There on Twitter and Facebook.Join the conversation about this story »See Also:Sitting In The Window Seat May Be Killing YouRed Bull's New Car Will Win The 2012 Formula One World ChampionshipThese 3 Wild Cars Are Starting To Round Out The 2012 F1 Grid

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