Deutsche Aircraft is to partner with German fuel-cell developer H2FLY on a project that will see the partners demonstrate a hydrogen-powered Dornier 328 by 2025.
H2FLY has previously flown a hydrogen-electric-powered four-seater, but the partnership with Deutsche Aircraft will see it scale up its fuel-cell technology for the regional aviation market.Ultimately, the pair aim to “validate the potential” for hydrogen fuel cells to power a 40-seat aircraft; a 328-100 can accommodate 33 passengers.
Under the collaboration, covered by a memorandum of understanding, the pair will use a 1.5MW fuel-cell system to power a Do 328. At present, the twin-turboprop uses a pair of Pratt & Whitney Canada PW119C engines, each rated at 2,180shp (1,620kW).
Aside from the integration of the new powertrain, the two companies will work to define the technical and certification standards requirements for large transport aircraft - link - more like this - link
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