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We need investors for our worked out business plan to establish a large airline (>200 aircraft) profitably flying 100% carbon-neutral in Europe within 10 years. All we need is an ignition funding. #walkthetalk. #sustainableaviation Snowball, World Fund, Planet A Ventures, BlackRock, Sustainable Aero Lab, #familyoffices #venturecapital #startupfinancing And no, I do not believe that hydrogen or electric flying are the answers and happy to share my reasoning. We have a realistic idea that works with what we have today, no #panaceadistraction that will be delayed over and again. Unlimited funding, we can establish carbon-neutral flying within 3-5 years (profitable). 10 years is on a realistic process and funding using "smaller initial investment". You know serious investors understanding we talk about a billion-dollar business aviation is, please send them over to Kolibri and me.

Airbus CEO Calls Open-Rotor Engine Technology Promising But Uncertain Aerospace companies are always looking for new technologies to make commercial aviation more sustainable and cost-effective. Among the things being tested currently is CFM’s new open-rotor tech, which is expected to be more fuel-efficient and deliver better economics. While there’s some optimism around it, it seems that leaders of aircraft manufacturers need more evidence to be fully convinced. Read more at: https://lnkd.in/dYPFac94 #AviationTalk #aviationnews #avgeek #aviation

I remember an interview with ZeroAvia's Val Miftakhov, where he talked about his time in the electric car industry. He said that the major vehicle manufacturers stuck some money on a few wacky projects in the early days to pretend they were doing something with electric (reference / link in comments). They then carried on focusing on the technology and systems they'd spent hundreds of billions of dollars over the past few decades on. The success of Tesla finally forced them to react, but even today, major manufacturers like BMW are pushing back against EV sales mandates. Val's lesson (and the reason he started ZeroAvia) was that inertia and giant corporations being wedded to legacy technology are some of the biggest barriers to change. And so, from the Flight Global piece below, Airbus has scaled down its H2 aircraft ambitions and will "avoid competing with its other aircraft models." Indeed. With record orders being placed in Paris and Dubai and Boeing facing difficulties, why kill the goose that lays the golden eggs? In many cases, the planes ordered this year will be flying well after 2050. Boeing itself has talked about a "SAF plus" strategy, and other than Wisk, has no next generation aircraft project on the go to speak of. And so SAF really does seem to be it for the next 20-odd years at least, with some electric or H2 innovation happening around the margins at a regional level.

A new era for aviation? Developers of hybrid-electric aircraft are seizing their moment ✈️ As the hype around electric-battery-powered aircraft cools down, these developers are proving their worth with improved range, fuel economy, reduced emissions, and lower maintenance costs. My colleagueRobin Riedel shares in this article his insightful perspectives on the future and economic benefits of hybrid-electric aircraft. Read the full article from Aviation Week to understand how this technology could revolutionize the aviation industry: https://lnkd.in/gaMf2Pgr

Our visit with BETA TECHNOLOGIES yesterday has us thinking about the future of aviation. How do you envision the future of aviation with the advances in technology we are starting to see today? #beta #aviation #technology #futureofaviation

Airbus is making sustainability a reality! Airbus continues to push the boundaries of what’s possible in aviation. I am thrilled to share that Airbus has chosen Siemens Xcelerator’s Capital solution to drive a proof-of-concept project for their groundbreaking ZEROe Sustainable Aircraft program. Capital will play a pivotal role in developing new generation propulsion systems, marking a significant step towards their vision of more sustainable aviation.   This initiative is a key component of Airbus's aggressive decarbonization roadmap, aiming to set new standards in sustainability and innovation in the aerospace industry. Capital has already demonstrated its value with Airbus, having been applied to both the A320 and A220 programs. In addition, this August, they plan to deliver the first A320 aircraft whose EWIS (electrical wiring interconnect system) was designed using Capital.   Stay tuned for more as Airbus and Siemens continue to drive aviation innovation and work towards a greener future.   #Airbus #Sustainability #Innovation #Aviation #ZEROe #SiemensXcelerator #Decarbonization

Franco-Italian ATR's Hybrid Aircraft Project Franco-Italian airframer ATR is advancing the development of the ATR Evo, a hybrid-electric evolution of its existing twin-turboprop airliners. Although the program is set for a possible launch in 2025, detailed feasibility studies and collaborations are actively shaping its progress. Here are key technology differentiators for the Evo project: 🔹Hybrid-Electric Propulsion: The Evo aims to integrate a hybrid-electric powertrain that significantly reduces CO2 emissions by 20-30%. This propulsion system is under study to meet future efficiency and performance standards. 🔹 Advanced Engine Options: Engine capabilities are being explored with global manufacturers to provide 4,000-5,000hp, improving upon the current Pratt & Whitney Canada engines used. The future engines will enhance the overall performance and extend the aircraft's operational lifecycle. 🔹 Aerodynamic Enhancements: Alongside propulsion improvements, ATR is focusing on aerodynamic advancements to further decrease fuel consumption and emissions. 🔹 Propeller Technology: Development includes low-noise, high-performance propellers as part of the technology upgrade. 🔹 Optimised De-icing System: An updated de-icing system is being developed to ensure efficiency and safety in adverse weather conditions. 🔹 Avionics for Regional Operations: Enhancements in the avionic systems are tailored to optimize regional flight operations, making them more efficient and adaptable to various operational environments. 🔹 PARIDES Project Collaboration: Supported by the French state-backed PARIDES project, ATR is leveraging advanced research and technology from this collaboration to push the boundaries of what's possible in hybrid-electric regional aircraft. Through these technological differentiations, ATR is not only focusing on immediate improvements but is also setting the stage for a more sustainable and efficient future in regional aviation. The ongoing input from operators and integration of state-of-the-art technology ensure that the Evo will be a competitive and highly anticipated addition to the market. #SustainableAviation #HybridElectric #AviationInnovation #ATREvo #AerospaceEngineering #RegionalAircraft

#ICYMI Collaboration is crucial for sharing knowledge, reducing costs, and accelerating technological advancements in aviation. As #EBACE concludes, revisit the insightful discussions held during the #Vivatech Panel. Beyond Aero CEO, Eloa Guillotin, Guillaume Faury , CEO of Airbus, and Augustin de Romanet, Chairman & CEO of Groupe ADP , engaged in a comprehensive dialogue on the future of aviation. With Anna Stewart of CNN moderating, the conversation explored the potential for decarbonisation, traveller acceptance of costs, and the vital need for industry collaboration. Solutions like HyFlux with a lightweight motor, can enable significant change in the industry and achieve #TrueZero Emissions aviation faster in Single Aisle Sized aircraft. #SustainableAviation #Superconducting #motors #Collaboration #LiquidHydrogen #Aviation

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