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.
In a significant milestone for the aviation industry, Zero Avia’s modified Dornier Do-228 aircraft has successfully completed its first flight powered solely by the innovative ZA600 hydrogen-electric propulsion system. This groundbreaking event took place two months after the aircraft’s initial successful flight and was conducted at the company’s Cotswold base.
The two companies are jointly developing a zero-emission engine, which could even be retrofitted.
The project will benefit from the achievements in fuel cells of ZeroAvia, the UK-US leader in hydrogen propulsion, and the Japanese subsidiary of Mitsubishi, the largest maintenance organisation in the CRJ family, will share its expertise in aircraft design, certification and customer support.