09:00 GMT+2 The deal is done, we've won, we've won!
HB-SIA and pilot André Borschberg are back from the night skies.It took a lot of persuading to keep the Solar Impulse staff, media people and fascinated citizens from rushing the airplane here at the Payerne airfield. The plane is now being secured, and then let the good times roll, baby!Thanks to all of you out there for all your support, your pertinent questions, your displays of emotion and dedication to the project. You don't know how good it feels to know that so much of the world is with us. From Auckland to Shanghai the long way round, you've all been great.I'm now off to kiss the airplane for you - André might be a bit bushy by now, but I'll certainly hug him hard. You all go off and pick a sunflower, plant it in your yard, and keep the spirit alive.Till the next, fabulous step toward a greener, more sustainable world.
HB-SIA and pilot André Borschberg are back from the night skies.It took a lot of persuading to keep the Solar Impulse staff, ...