French aircraft manufacturer Beyond Aero has made significant progress towards certifying and commercializing its hydrogen-electric powered light jet. The BYA-1 aircraft is designed from the ground up for hydrogen propulsion, featuring a battery-free fuel cell system with two independent power channels for safety. It has a fuel cell stack capacity of 2.4MW and 700-bar gaseous hydrogen tanks strategically positioned above the wing box structure. The propulsion system consists of electric ducted fans with an advanced FADEC system, aiming to optimize performance. The simplified all-electric powertrain reduces maintenance complexity and operational costs by minimizing moving parts. Beyond Aero is working closely with EASA to shape regulatory pathways for the adoption of hydrogen propulsion in aviation. The company is also collaborating with EASA to establish a special condition tailored to its hydrogen technology, as current regulations do not account for hydrogen-powered aircraft. Beyond Aero's efforts are seen as setting the precedent for hydrogen-electric certification and promoting a cost-effective and sustainable alternative to conventional aviation fuels. The industry is closely watching this development for its potential impact on the aviation sector's sustainability and innovation.