World's largest hydrogen-powered aircraft completes its first flight

3 Oct 2020

World’s largest hydrogen-powered aircraft completes its first flight

World’s largest hydrogen-powered aircraft completes its first flightMost planes today run on fuel (oil). However, as it is not good for the environment. Many companies are looking for other means to power flights.

Recently, the world’s largest hydrogen-powered aircraft took its maiden (first) trip in the UK. While other smaller planes using hydrogen fuel cells have been tested, this is the biggest yet.

The plane was created by a British aerospace startup (company) called ZeroAvia.

This is a six-seater aircraft. The plane completed full takeoff, flight and landing procedures.

It is a part of a UK government project called HyFlyer project to create less-environmentally harmful aircrafts.

ZeroAvia’s next target is to extend the flying range to about 400 km by the end of the year. They hope to start commercial flights for the public by 2023.

What is hydrogen fuel?

Hydrogen fuel can be produced from a variety of domestic resources. They include natural gas, nuclear power, biomass, and renewable power like solar and wind. They emit no waste products that pollute the environment.

Hydrogen fuel cells are being used in cars, buses and also in spacecraft.

European aerospace company, Airbus, also aims to have hydrogen-fueled planes.

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