The current status of hydrogen-powered aircraft

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Air transport has been growing steadily over the past decades, but sustainability is a growing challenge for the industry. The fossil fuel consumption and carbon emissions of conventional aircraft cause significant environmental impacts, while global demand for air travel continues to grow.

KLM and Zero Avia work on a hydrogen-powered test flight

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The aviation industry is on the cusp of a revolutionary change as Royal Dutch Airlines (KLM) and engine manufacturer Zero Avia join forces to pioneer zero-emission flights using liquid hydrogen technology. This partnership marks a significant step towards a more sustainable future for air travel.

UAVs can triple range with hydrogen storage solution

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In a groundbreaking development that promises to revolutionize the unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) industry, Polar Technology has unveiled a cutting-edge hydrogen storage solution at the Farnborough Airshow. This innovative technology is set to dramatically increase the range of UAVs, potentially tripling their current capabilities.

Expanding horizons: the potential of hybrid eVTOLs

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In the rapidly evolving landscape of electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, hybrid models are emerging as a significant trend, offering a blend of electric propulsion and conventional engines or fuel cells. This hybrid approach, while still embracing the eco-friendly ethos of electric motors, is seen as a pragmatic solution to enhance range and payload capacity, addressing some of the key limitations of purely electric eVTOLs.

Pioneering the Skies with Zero-Emission Aircrafts

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ZeroAvia, a trailblazer in the aerospace industry, is currently working on a groundbreaking hydrogen-electric propulsion system, poised to revolutionize air travel by powering the world’s largest zero-emission passenger aircraft. In a remarkable test flight conducted in January, ZeroAvia showcased the potential of hydrogen as a viable energy source for passenger transport. During this trial, a retrofitted Dornier 228 aircraft took to the skies above the company’s Gloucestershire headquarters for a ten-minute demonstration.