Enabling hydrogen electric airplanes

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Powerful and reliable fuel cell stacks

We have developed the world’s most powerful and compact PEM fuel cell stack platform, meeting the requirements of high-performance aviation powertrains. The platform has undergone rigorous testing as well as validation with OEMs, renowned research institutes and leading suppliers.

Enabling clean skies

We are a reliable industry partner providing fuel cell stack solutions for aviation. Our AS9100D certification, granted by LRQA, encompasses design, testing, qualification, manufacturing, and maintenance of fuel cell stacks, propulsion and auxiliary systems for hydrogen powertrains in aviation applications.

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The world’s first successful test flight of a hydrogen electric aircraft utilised our P System 100. Start your journey today with our industrialised, well-tested and robust products or partner up with us to utilise our expertise and decades of experience to innovate the next generation hydrogen electric aircrafts.

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Hydrogen-powered aviation

Learn more about the future of aviation from Clean Hydrogen Undertaking's report Hydrogen-powered aviation. A fact-based study of hydrogen technology, economics, and climate impacts through 2050. The aviation sector emits more than 900 million metric tons of carbon dioxide (CO2) annually, which is expected to more than double by 2050. H2 propulsion could significantly reduce climate impacts, hydrogen and fuel cells are best suited for short- and medium-range aircraft, and economic analyses show that hydrogen can be an important part of the future aviation technology mix.

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P System 100

P System 100

Our products create electric power based on fuel cells using hydrogen. All of our solutions have minimal environmental impact through the use of zero-emission hydrogen electric technology.

The P System 100 enables durable and flexible use, with an electric output of up to 100 kW. The system is specifically designed to accomplish compact integration together with a high power output and has a robust construction.

  • Dimensions 606 x 696 x 674 mm
  • Weight 212 kg
  • Volume 284 l
  • Standard variation 100
  • Net power output 15 - 100 kW
  • Gross output (rated power) 300 V / 380 A
  • Voltage output 250 - 500 V
  • Current output 50 - 450 A
  • System heat output (max) < 140 kW + 11 kW
  • Coolant outlet temperature 80°C
  • Fuel quality Pure hydrogen
  • Fuel inlet pressure 8 - 12 Bar (g)
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Aviation Engineering Services

We deliver tailored hydrogen fuel cell technology to power your aircraft, ensuring a seamless transition to zero-emission aviation. From design to deployment, our solutions are customised to meet your specific needs.

With decades of experience and industry-leading expertise, we help reduce risk, cut R&D costs, and speed up time to market, delivering efficient and sustainable power systems for all types of aviation.

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FAQ for Aviation

  • How can hydrogen be used as a fuel in aviation?

    Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF) are categorized into net carbon-neutral drop-in fuels such as synthetic or bio-fuels, and non-drop-in fuels such as hydrogen. Burning drop-in fuels results in low or net-zero CO2 emissions whilst burning zero-carbon hydrogen results in CO2-free emissions.

    Future renewable electrical energy production (photovoltaic, wind power etc.) will allow ‘green’ hydrogen to be produced at scale, thereby eliminating upstream carbon emissions and creating an extremely attractive energy storage option.

    https://www.clean-aviation.eu/h2-powered-aircraft

  • Is there an all-electric airplane?

    Today, smaller fully electric aircraft exist in a commercial version using only batteries. There is ongoing development for small and medium-sized aircraft using batteries or hydrogen fuel cells.

  • How far can electric planes fly?

    Today, smaller battery-electric aircraft can fly for about 1 hour. The aim with the first generation of hydrogen-electric versions using fuel cells is a range of 2–3 hours.

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Enabling Zero-Emission Aviation with ZeroAvia

The demand for zero-emission flights intensifies and aviation startup ZeroAvia works together with PowerCell to enable hydrogen-powered commuter aircraft.

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With decades of experience and knowledge, we offer the aviation industry proven, tailored and scalable solutions with outstanding power performance for zero-emission flights and cleaner skies.

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