GKN To Develop Cryogenic Hydrogen Propulsion For Regional Aircraft

January 27, 2021
UK’s H2GEAR will develop a propulsion system comprising liquid hydrogen, fuel cells and cryogenically cooled electric motors.
UK’s H2GEAR will develop a propulsion system comprising liquid hydrogen, fuel cells and cryogenically cooled electric motors.
Credit: GKN Aerospace
GKN Aerospace is leading a UK program to develop a liquid-hydrogen fuel-cell propulsion system for subregional aircraft. The £54 million ($74 million) government-industry program, called H2GEAR, could lead to a zero-emission hydrogen-powered aircraft entering service as early as 2026. Electric power...

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