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August 14, 2019

ZeroAvia Emerges, Flies The Largest Zero-Emission Airplane

Silicon Valley Startup Develops Hydrogen Fuel Cell Powertrain To Decarbonize Aviation And Reduce Operational Costs

In the latest effort to make aviation sustainable and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, ZeroAvia announced today its significant advancements in developing a zero-emission, hydrogen-fueled electric powertrain. The solution aims to deliver the same performance as a conventional aircraft engine, and much lower operating costs. ZeroAvia plans to start supplying its platform to commercial operators and aircraft manufacturers in 2022, initially targeting up to 500-mile regional flights in 10 to 20-seat fixed-wing aircraft.

Mixed Results Reported For April-June

The General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) has published a mid-year industry update with the release of preliminary second quarter 2019 aircraft shipment and billings data. Piston and business jet deliveries increased through the first six months of 2019 compared to the same time period in 2018, while turboprop airplane and rotorcraft shipments were lower.

Plane Was Being Returned To Wrangell, AK Following Maintenance

The NTSB has released a preliminary report from an accident which occurred July 11 at Ketchikan International Airport, (PKTN) Ketchikan, Alaska that resulted in the fatal injury of the pilot.