Hybrid-electric aircraft represent a pivotal advancement in sustainable aviation, blending electric propulsion with traditional power sources to mitigate environmental impacts while extending operational viability.
The promise of electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft as a cornerstone of sustainable urban mobility hinges on their ability to slash emissions during flight.
The pursuit of sustainable aviation has gained significant momentum in recent years, driven by the urgent need to reduce carbon emissions in the aviation sector.
The prospect of electric-powered aviation has drawn increasing interest in recent years, not only from the aerospace industry but also from climate-conscious travelers and innovators seeking greener solutions. As we look towards 2025, a realistic overview of what we can expect in this emerging field helps ground our hopes while providing insight into the technical advances and challenges still to be addressed.
The aviation industry is under increasing pressure to reduce its carbon footprint and move toward sustainable solutions. Researchers in the U.S. have made a significant breakthrough by using brewery wastewater to create sustainable aviation fuels (SAF), a promising development that could help decarbonize the aviation sector and contribute to global efforts to combat climate change.
After a long wait, the world’s first zero-emission aircraft are finally a reality. The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has certified a two-seater aircraft made in Slovenia for flight. Within a few years, it would be certified in the UK, the US, and other regions. The Pipistrel Velis Electro became the first fully certified electric aircraft in the world and remains the only one with full certification. However, the uptake of electric aircraft is still a long way off. Despite the growing number of cleaner aircraft being developed, significant questions remain about the alternative fuels needed to power them, and the political will to implement these technologies is still uncertain.







