Hydrogen-electric propulsion technology development and type certification

Hydrogen-electric aviation

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Hydrogen-electric aviation

An aircraft propulsion system that uses hydrogen fuel cells to generate electricity for electric motors.

Aviation fuel produced from non-fossil sources, significantly reducing the carbon impact compared to conventional jet fuels.

United States

Development of ZeroAvia's larger powertrain platform, capable of producing between 2,000 kW and 5,000 kW, for larger aircraft.

American Airlines has entered into a conditional purchase agreement to acquire 100 hydrogen-electric engines from ZeroAvia for powering regional jet aircraft, with the goal of reducing aviation emissions.

Hydrogen-electric propulsion system designed for regional jet aircraft. The powertrain is expected to enable airlines to transport passengers in zero-emission regional jets before the end of this decade.