AMSL Aero and Conflux Technology have joined forces to enhance cooling solutions for Vertiia, an innovative hydrogen-powered electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. This collaboration, announced at the Avalon Air Show in Melbourne, signifies a milestone for sustainable aviation. By integrating Conflux Technology's advanced heat transfer solutions, originally developed for Formula 1 car engines, Vertiia's hydrogen fuel cell system aims to achieve optimal performance. The aircraft, capable of vertical take-offs and fixed-wing airplane-like cruising, targets speeds of 300 km/h and distances up to 1,000 kilometers. AMSL Aero's chairman, Chris Smallhorn, highlighted the significance of this partnership, emphasizing the potential to break records in both distance and speed. Following Vertiia's successful first free flights in late 2024, the project gears up for its first hydrogen-electric-powered flights. The collaboration's initial phase focused on developing heat exchanger concepts to manage heat loads during flight. The upcoming phase will concentrate on refining and manufacturing a proof-of-concept assembly for integration into Vertiia's fuel cell system. Michael Fuller, Conflux Technology's CEO, stressed the importance of thermal management for hydrogen fuel cells in aviation. By combining advanced heat exchange technology with Vertiia's fuel cells, efficiency is optimized to pave the way for cleaner aviation solutions. The cooling technology, tailored for high transient heat loads during vertical operations, will leverage additive manufacturing for lightweight and aerodynamic heat exchangers. Simon Coburn, a hydrogen systems engineer at AMSL Aero, highlighted the collaboration's significance in maximizing the potential of Vertiia's hydrogen fuel cells, ultimately propelling zero-emissions aviation forward.