Green Innovation Takes Flight: Hydrogen-Powered Vertiia to Transform Travel at 2032 Brisbane Olympics
Key Ideas
  • AMSL Aero signs deal to explore liquid hydrogen refuelling at Archerfield Airport, enabling zero-emission flights at Brisbane 2032 Olympics.
  • Vertiia, a long-range eVTOL aircraft, can travel 1,000 km on hydrogen with zero emissions, revolutionizing passenger and medical flights.
  • Archerfield Airport prepares for next-gen aircraft with Vertiia technology, enhancing air mobility for Brisbane Olympics and beyond.
  • Commercial flights with Vertiia planned post-2028, with 26 orders already received for advanced air mobility services in Australia.
In a significant move towards sustainable air travel, AMSL Aero, a leading zero-emission aircraft designer, has struck a deal with Archerfield Airport in Brisbane, Australia, to explore liquid hydrogen refuelling infrastructure options. This partnership aims to facilitate zero-emission flights, particularly during the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The agreement follows the successful free flight of AMSL Aero's Vertiia, an innovative hybrid electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, highlighting a milestone in Australian aviation history. Vertiia, designed by AMSL Aero, can cover up to 1,000 kilometers using hydrogen fuel at a cruising speed of 300 km/h, emitting zero carbon. With the capacity to accommodate four passengers and a pilot, Vertiia surpasses helicopters in operational efficiency, requiring landing areas half the size of a tennis court. The memorandum of understanding (MOU) between AMSL Aero and Archerfield Airport involves collaborative efforts to develop refuelling infrastructure and maintenance services, positioning the airport as a frontrunner in supporting advanced air mobility solutions. AMSL Aero's Chairman, Chris Smallhorn, commended Archerfield Airport for its forward-looking approach towards aviation innovation. Archerfield Airport's Executive General Manager Operations, Rod Parry, highlighted the strategic location of the airport in proximity to Brisbane's CBD and major regional centers, emphasizing its readiness to capitalize on Vertiia technology. AMSL Aero envisions fleets of Vertiias seamlessly transporting passengers from Sydney to Brisbane, offering efficient travel options for Olympic attendees. Commercial flights using Vertiia are slated to begin post 2028, with 26 aircraft orders already in place from various civil customers. Aviation Logistics, a key client of AMSL Aero, has positioned itself to provide advanced air mobility services during the Brisbane Olympics, leveraging Archerfield Airport's infrastructure and expertise. The collaboration between AMSL Aero and Archerfield Airport signifies a significant step towards achieving sustainable aviation practices and transforming the future of air travel, setting the stage for zero-emission flights and innovative transportation solutions.
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