easyJet and JetZero Collaborate on Next-Gen Hydrogen-Powered Aircraft
Key Ideas
  • easyJet partners with JetZero to develop a hydrogen or SAF-powered blended-wing aircraft, aiming for 50% less fuel burn and emissions.
  • The aircraft design allows for a 50% reduction in SAF per passenger, improving efficiency and reducing transition costs.
  • Supported by $235m from US Air Force, NASA, and FAA, the aircraft is set to enter service by 2030, advancing zero-emission fuels in aviation.
  • JetZero's CEO highlights the aircraft's benefits: lower fuel burn, emissions, and a clear path towards zero carbon emissions in the aviation industry.
easyJet and JetZero have joined forces to collaborate on a cutting-edge blended-wing aircraft that has the potential to be powered by hydrogen or sustainable aviation fuels (SAFs). This partnership aims to leverage easyJet's expertise in hydrogen propulsion systems to develop an innovative aircraft design that could revolutionize the aviation industry. The aircraft, supported by significant funding from US Air Force, NASA, and FAA, is expected to enter service by 2030, offering up to 50% less fuel burn and reduced emissions compared to traditional aircraft models. The design of the aircraft allows for efficient hydrogen storage and a significant decrease in SAF per passenger, ultimately lowering costs associated with transitioning to sustainable fuels. This initiative is seen as a crucial step towards accelerating the adoption of zero-emission fuels like hydrogen and driving the aviation sector towards a more sustainable future. The collaboration between easyJet and JetZero, along with other industry partners, signifies a collective effort to deliver a more environmentally friendly pathway for aviation. JetZero's CEO emphasized the aircraft's blended wing body configuration as a key solution for achieving lower fuel burn, emissions reduction, and a practical approach towards achieving carbon neutrality in the aviation sector.
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