An artist’s concept of the plane
UK’s ATI plans hydrogen passenger plane
Liquid hydrogen is considered to be one of the best options for decarbonising aviation by firms in the sector
The UK Aerospace Technology Institute (ATI) has unveiled plans for an aircraft powered by liquid hydrogen that could fly from London to San Francisco without a refuelling stop. The UK government-funded FlyZero project would operate at the same speed and comfort as today’s aircraft, carrying 279 passengers, according to the plans. “At a time of global focus on tackling climate change, our midsize concept sets out a truly revolutionary vision for the future of global air travel keeping families, businesses and nations connected without the carbon footprint,” says FlyZero project director Chris Gear. Developing a liquid hydrogen solution for a large, long-range aircraft also allows for new infr
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