Hydrogen in Aviation Alliance (HIA) has unveiled a comprehensive Milestone Delivery Report, outlining a strategic roadmap for the United Kingdom to emerge as a global leader in hydrogen-powered aviation.
Comprised of industry heavyweights including easyJet, Rolls-Royce, Airbus, Ørsted, GKN Aerospace, Bristol Airport, and ZeroAvia, this alliance represents a concerted effort to propel the aviation sector into a new era of sustainability and innovation.
The UK has emerged as a hotbed of hydrogen aviation innovation, boasting pioneering achievements such as hydrogen engine testing and the inaugural flights of hydrogen-fueled aircraft. With its rich technological expertise and groundbreaking advancements, the UK stands poised to spearhead the global transition to hydrogen-powered aviation, unlocking substantial economic, employment, and sustainability benefits along the way.
Central to the HIA’s agenda is the Milestone Delivery Report, meticulously crafted to delineate the steps and timeline imperative for the UK Government and industry to secure their foothold as frontrunners in hydrogen aviation. Rooted in accurate aviation demand figures and critical industry insights, this report serves as a blueprint for propelling the UK towards a hydrogen-powered future.
Leaders from key industry players echo the sentiment of urgency and opportunity inherent in the HIA’s vision. From easyJet’s CEO, Johan Lundgren, emphasizing the need for decisive action, to Airbus’ Mark Bentall underscoring the imperative of holistic preparation, industry stakeholders are unequivocal in their commitment to driving the hydrogen aviation agenda forward.
Beyond environmental stewardship, hydrogen aviation holds the promise of bolstering economic prosperity and job creation across the UK. With projections estimating the potential for up to 110,000 jobs in the East Midlands alone, the economic dividends of embracing hydrogen are undeniable, positioning the UK as a global powerhouse in sustainable aviation.
