ZeroAvia has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Loganair to collaborate on the adoption of hydrogen-electric engines.
ZeroAvia, which is currently advancing certification of a 600kW hydrogen-electric powertrain suitable for a 10-20 seat aircraft with the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), intends to obtain additional supplemental type certificates (STCs) for other aircraft in the same category, including a Twin Otter, an airframe operated by Loganair serving the Scottish Highlands and Islands.
The company is also concurrently developing the modular ZA2000 engine, which is capable of adequately powering a 40-80 seat aircraft including the ATR family of vehicles, with Loganair currently operating over 20 of these airframes.
The new agreement between the two companies solidifies ZeroAvia’s commitment to Scottish connections, with the company also having spent a significant amount of time exploring hydrogen fuel infrastructure with Glasgow Airport, alongside recently announced plans to establish a hydrogen fuel cell manufacturing centre close to the airport itself.
Val Miftakhov, Founder & CEO, ZeroAvia said:It is hard not to be impressed by Luke and team’s dedication and passion for delivering crucial connectivity to its customers.
Loganair’s route network lends itself very well to adoption of both our ZA600 and ZA2000 engine technology post certification, so hopefully this can be the start of a long–lasting customer relationship for ZeroAvia, and cleaner transport for passengers in Scotland and the UK.
