A survey commissioned by the Jet Zero Council has unveiled a significant shift in public sentiment towards eco-friendly air travel.
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Japan’s recent commitment of ¥17.3bn ($110m) towards two hydrogen research projects signifies a significant leap in the pursuit of hydrogen propulsion systems for aviation.
In the vast expanse of global greenhouse gas emissions, air travel’s seemingly modest 3 percent share belies its colossal impact, surpassing the collective emissions of entire nations.
Airbus, a leading European aircraft manufacturer, is setting its sights on a groundbreaking development in the aviation industry. The company is eyeing the possibility of commissioning a 150-seat hydrogen plane, with the target year for potential launch set for 2035.
As hydrogen-powered flight garners increased attention and investment, the aviation industry is coming to grips with a fundamental reality: it’s not just about designing hydrogen planes; it’s about creating an entire ecosystem to support them.
A groundbreaking alliance of prominent companies within the UK aviation industry, including Rolls-Royce, easyJet, Airbus, Ørsted, GKN Aerospace, and Bristol Airport, has come together to establish the Hydrogen in Aviation (HIA) alliance.
GKN Aerospace, Marshall, and Parker Aerospace have embarked on a visionary journey, signing a monumental memorandum of understanding (MoU) to jointly develop a cutting-edge liquid hydrogen fuel system that could reshape the landscape of aviation.
The aviation industry has long been recognized as a significant contributor to global greenhouse gas emissions, accounting for over 2% of total emissions worldwide. As the world’s aircraft fleet is projected to grow by 80% by 2041, the industry faces a pressing need to adopt sustainable practices to curb its environmental impact.
New fuels and technologies are set to revolutionize the aviation industry and play a crucial role in reducing carbon emissions by 2050.
A hydrogen-electric midsize business jet could soon become a reality if French start-up Beyond Aero successfully implements its plans.