easyJet launches new partnership with blended-wing aircraft manufacturer Jet Zero
easyJet has announced that it has become the first European airline to partner with U.S.-based start up Jet Zero, which is developing an ultra-efficient blended-wing aircraft. At a Net Zero technology showcase at Cranfield University marking the second anniversary of easyJet’s Net Zero Roadmap, the airline revealed the partnership as the latest initiative in its […]
Developing a global ecosystem to support hydrogen-powered flight
Airbus aims for hydrogen-powered aircraft to enter into service by 2035. While the engineering progress necessary to make this a reality is well underway, there is a second and equally pivotal half of development that must advance in tandem: the creation of a global hydrogen ecosystem. The argument for hydrogen Hydrogen is one of the […]
KLM and ZeroAvia Plan Zero-Emission Demonstration Flight Using Liquid Hydrogen
Hydrogen-electric engines use hydrogen in fuel cells to generate electricity, which is then used to power electric motors to turn the aircraft’s propellers. The only emission is low-temperature water vapor, with studies therefore estimating an up to90% reduction in climate impact when compared with typical kerosene-fueled flights.[1] As a first major target milestone, the companies […]
Airbus welcomes London Gatwick to global hydrogen hub network
Airbus has teamed up with London Gatwick, easyJet and Air Products, the world’s largest hydrogen supplier, to expand hydrogen capability and infrastructure in the UK as the manufacturer moves closer to its target of getting a hydrogen powered aircraft in the sky by 2035. Standing up the right infrastructure is key to enabling hydrogen flight […]
Airbus, Houston Airports, Center for Houston’s Future join forces to study feasibility of hydrogen hub at George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Airbus, Houston Airports and the Center for Houston’s Future (CHF) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to study the feasibility of a hydrogen hub at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Airports are at the forefront of leading the transition towards the decarbonization of operations across the entire value chain. Airbus’ “Hydrogen Hub at Airports» concept […]
Innovative aviation liquid hydrogen project launched
An innovative aviation hydrogen handling and refuelling project, led by Airbus and supported by academic partners, airport operators and leading hydrogen-industry companies, has been launched to demonstrate small-scale liquid hydrogen aircraft ground operations at three European airports. The urge to decarbonise our economy and to develop Europe’s energy independence is leading to a major trend […]
Airbus to trial in-flight auxiliary power entirely generated by hydrogen
Airbus UpNext has launched a new demonstrator programme to explore, on the ground and in flight, a new architecture for the generation of non propulsive energy through the use of hydrogen fuel cells. On conventional airliners, the APU (Auxiliary Power Unit), a small additional engine that runs on traditional jet fuel, provides together with the […]
Rolls-Royce successfully tests mtu engines with pure hydrogen
Rolls-Royce (LSE: RR., ADR: RYCEY) today announces that it has conducted successful tests of a 12-cylinder gas variant of the mtu Series 4000 L64 engine running on 100% hydrogen fuel. The tests, carried out by the Power Systems business unit, showed very good characteristics in terms of efficiency, performance, emissions and combustion. These tests mark […]
American Airlines Announces Investment in Hydrogen-Electric Engine Developer ZeroAvia
American Airlines announced its investment in ZeroAvia, a leader in hydrogen-electric, zero-emission aviation. In addition to the investment, a memorandum of understanding provides American the opportunity to order up to 100 engines from ZeroAvia’s hydrogen-electric powertrain development program. The engines are intended to power regional jet aircraft with zero emissions. “Our investment in ZeroAvia’s emerging […]
Airbus invests in world’s largest clean hydrogen infrastructure fund managed by Hy24
Airbus has joined the world’s largest clean hydrogen infrastructure investment fund, managed by Hy24 – a joint venture between Ardian, a world-leading private investment house and FiveTHydrogen, an investment manager specialising in clean hydrogen investments. Hy24’s investment fund will provide financial capital to back credible, large-scale green hydrogen infrastructure projects world-wide. Airbus’ involvement assures its […]
