London Gatwick Leading the Way in Hydrogen Flight Infrastructure Development
Key Ideas
  • Airbus, easyJet, and Air Products partner with London Gatwick to establish liquid hydrogen supply and storage, signaling a strong commitment to hydrogen-powered flight by 2035.
  • The project includes setting up infrastructure for liquid hydrogen supply, storage, refueling, and ground handling, with a focus on short to medium-haul routes initially.
  • The partnership aims to leverage Gatwick's position as a leading hub and easyJet's expertise to drive research and development into critical support infrastructure for hydrogen flight.
  • Industry leaders emphasize the importance of reliable infrastructure, collaboration, and support from regulators to prepare UK airports for the transition to hydrogen-powered aviation by 2035.
Airbus, easyJet, and Air Products have joined forces with London Gatwick airport to pave the way for hydrogen-powered flight by 2035. The project will focus on establishing infrastructure for liquid hydrogen supply, storage, refueling, and ground handling at the airport. This initiative is seen as a significant step towards achieving the goal of commercial hydrogen flight in the UK. Airbus plans to fly a hydrogen-powered aircraft by 2035, with early iterations targeting short to medium-haul routes. The collaboration aims to utilize Gatwick's status as a key hub and easyJet's operational knowledge to drive research and development in critical support infrastructure for hydrogen flight. Industry leaders emphasize the need for reliable infrastructure and stress the importance of collaboration with regulators and policymakers to facilitate the transition to hydrogen aviation. This partnership not only signifies a commitment to sustainability and technology advancement in aviation but also highlights the collective effort needed to decarbonize the industry. By sharing knowledge and best practices, the project aims to build a robust hydrogen ecosystem globally, showcasing the potential for hydrogen to revolutionize air travel and reduce the carbon footprint of the aviation sector.
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