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Natilus and ZeroAvia Join Forces to Revolutionize Cargo Aviation with Hydrogen-Electric Engines
In a significant development for the air cargo delivery industry, Natilus, a leading innovator in autonomous blended-wing body (BWB) cargo aircraft, and ZeroAvia, a pioneer in zero-emission commercial aviation, have announced a strategic partnership.
The collaboration aims to jointly develop hydrogen-electric engines for the Natilus Kona cargo aircraft, with the goal of achieving zero-emission and lower-cost operations.
The Natilus Kona, distinguished by its revolutionary BWB design, offers increased volume for hydrogen storage, which has the potential to transform the air cargo delivery industry by providing low-cost, low carbon emissions, and extended flight range capabilities. By leveraging ZeroAvia’s expertise in hydrogen-electric powertrain technology and combining it with Natilus’ unique design, the partnership aims to create a scalable, long-range, and zero-emission air cargo delivery solution that can benefit the entire industry.
Natilus has recently conducted successful flight testing of a quarter-scale Kona prototype aircraft, validating the performance of the BWB design following extensive wind-tunnel testing over three years. ZeroAvia, on the other hand, has completed eight test flights of its prototype ZA600, a 600kW engine installed in a 19-seat testbed aircraft.
Natilus and ZeroAvia Join Forces to Revolutionize Cargo Aviation with Hydrogen-Electric Engines
In a significant development for the air cargo delivery industry, Natilus, a leading innovator in autonomous blended-wing body (BWB) cargo aircraft, and ZeroAvia, a pioneer in zero-emission commercial aviation, have announced a strategic partnership.
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