ZeroAvia and Horizon Aircraft Partner for Hydrogen-Electric eVTOL Innovation
Key Ideas
- ZeroAvia and Horizon Aircraft collaborate to develop regional hydrogen-electric eVTOL air travel using ZA600 powertrain for the Cavorite X7 eVTOL.
- Horizon Aircraft successfully tests large-scale prototype with fan-in-wing design for vertical takeoff and wingborne flight.
- Partnership aims to explore hydrogen-electric propulsion benefits for range extension and durability, along with infrastructure and certification guidelines.
- CEOs from both companies express mutual admiration for each other's advancements in hydrogen-electric propulsion and flight testing successes.
ZeroAvia from the U.S. and U.K. partners with Horizon Aircraft in Toronto, Canada to advance regional hydrogen-electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) air travel. The collaboration focuses on integrating ZeroAvia's ZA600 hydrogen-electric powertrain into Horizon Aircraft's Cavorite X7 eVTOL, featuring a unique fan-in-wing design with 14 lift fans for vertical takeoff. Horizon Aircraft has already conducted successful untethered flight tests, showcasing its transition capabilities between hover and wingborne flight. This development is supported by the U.S. Department of Defense and Canadian flight testing approvals. The partnership not only explores hydrogen-electric propulsion but also aims to fast-track infrastructure development and certification guidelines to establish a zero-emission pathway for Horizon Aircraft. Both companies see the potential in hydrogen-electric systems to enhance range and durability for eVTOLs. ZeroAvia's CEO praises Horizon Aircraft's progress and commitment to exploring hydrogen as a propulsion alternative, while Horizon Aircraft's CEO acknowledges ZeroAvia's achievements in hydrogen-electric propulsion and regulatory acceptance. This collaboration marks a significant step towards sustainable aviation innovation, leveraging hydrogen technology for a cleaner and more efficient future in air travel.