ZeroAvia and Loganair to sign Agreement on Zero-Emission Flights

In June, ZeroAvia announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding with Loganair to work towards the potential introduction of hydrogen-electric engines to support zero-emission flights. ZeroAvia is pushing ahead with the certification of a hydrogen-electric powertrain for 10-20 seat aircraft with the UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA). At the same time, a modular engine is being developed for 40- to 80-seat aircraft, of which Loganair currently operates more than 20.

Hydrogen-electric engines use propellers that have virtually zero impact on emissions during flight below the typical contrail formation. Above all, however, these innovative engines promise cost reductions for airlines. The significantly lower maintenance requirements of hydrogen-electric engines will lead to a reduction in downtime for an airline's fleet, with hydrogen fuel also likely to be significantly cheaper than kerosene over time.

ZeroAvia has long had a partnership with Glasgow Airport to explore hydrogen infrastructure at airports and recently announced plans with the Scottish first Minister to build a hydrogen fuel cell production centre near the airport and Loganair's headquarters.

"The recent commitments made by ZeroAvia to bring their hydrogen fuel-cell manufacturing centre to Glasgow, and the strong engagement between our senior teams, has made this next step entirely possible and logical. The future of sustainable flight will rely on companies like ZeroAvia and Loganair to be the pioneers of new technology", said Luke Farajallah, CEO of Loganair.