Cranfield Aerospace Solutions develops zero emissions aircraft and propulsion technology for cleaner skies.

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Zero-emissions aviation pioneers developing a world-leading hydrogen aircraft by converting the Britten Norman Islander. Set to deliver the world’s first zero-emissions, regulatory-certified, passenger carrying hydrogen aircraft by 2026. The company’s ultimate goal is to become an airframer of low and zero carbon sub-regional and regional aircraft and to play a critical role in the decarbonisation of the aviation industry.

CAeS was created out of Cranfield University and has been operating as a commercial entity at the cutting edge of aircraft development for over 30 years, having been trusted by global aerospace OEMs, including Rolls Royce, Airbus, Boeing as well as NASA to undertake complex R&D projects which have included aircraft design, modification and assembly.

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At Cranfield Aerospace Solutions, our vision for zero emissions flight is a global mission made possible through our strong partnerships around the world. 🌍 ✈ 

From partners in the USA, Germany, Bulgaria, New Zealand, Australia, and the UK, we're proud to collaborate with these exceptional operational partners to drive forward the future of aviation.

Together, we are pioneering a future where sustainable air travel a reality.

Discover how we're working towards a cleaner, greener future: https://lnkd.in/gak3qZji

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If you're someone interested in the future of aviation, you understand the pressing need for sustainable solutions. The shift to zero-emission flight isn’t just a distant goal, it’s an essential change that’s already taking shape. At Cranfield Aerospace Solutions, we’re driving this transformation by developing hydrogen aircraft technology to meet the demands of a decarbonised future.

Check out our blog: Hydrogen Aircraft: The Technology Revolutionising How We Fly 🛫 

https://lnkd.in/eCgRQRXn

Featuring all of our latest hydrogen aircraft series videos from discussing how hydrogen fuel cells power planes to imagining the future of zero emissions aircraft design!

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BLOG: [What I learned from the kids at Farnborough on Pioneers of Tomorrow Day] We're thrilled to share that our very own Marketing & Communications Executive, Annie Stone, has written a guest blog for the Sustainable Aviation Test Environment (SATE) consortium, of which we are proud members! ✈ 

In her blog, Annie reflects on her inspiring experience at the Farnborough International Airshow's Pioneers of Tomorrow Day. This day welcomed thousands of kids and families to explore the world of aviation, focusing on educating and inspiring the next generation.

At Cranfield Aerospace, we're not just thinking about tomorrow—we're taking action today to ensure a brighter, greener future for all.

Read what Annie learned from the Pioneers of Tomorrow she met 👇 

https://lnkd.in/eF6Dg3_m

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Have you read EA Maven's report on the UK Regional Air Mobility Opportunity? EA Maven’s data-driven approach highlights the immense potential of zero-emissions Regional Air Mobility to create jobs, reduce carbon emissions, and contribute to the UK economy. 

Leveraging operational data from Cranfield Aerospace Solutions and their UK Regional Air Mobility Opportunity dataset the key insights are:

📈 Economic Growth: The Hydrogen B-N Islander can drive regional economic growth, expand employment opportunities, boost tourism, and enhance vital community services.

🌏 Sustainability: With the right policies, hydrogen-powered regional airports could become local hydrogen generation hubs, benefiting both aviation and surrounding communities.

🛠 Operational Efficiency: Airlines could see up to 45% savings in fuel and maintenance costs, improving profitability and sustainability.

Read the full report here: https://lnkd.in/e8wGTBSy

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How do hydrogen fuel cells power aircraft? In this example our Director of Engineering Robert Marsh explains how we've designed a hydrogen fuel cell electric propulsion system as a retrofit for the Britten-Norman Islander 👇 

Find out more about our hydrogen technology here: https://lnkd.in/gak3qZji

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We've launched our brand new website! Take a look at how we're charting the flightpath to cleaner skies by delivering zero emissions aircraft and propulsion technologies ✈ 

https://lnkd.in/e8aPm3XE

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What impact does hydrogen technology have on aircraft design? Hear from our Air Vehicle Design Engineer Frederick Green about how Cranfield Aerospace Solutions strategy is to retrofit current aircraft with hydrogen technology, and how this will lead to a future of clean sheet aircraft designs optimised around the hydrogen solution 👇 

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✈ What an incredible Farnborough so far for Cranfield Aerospace Solutions! We've had a fantastic week showcasing our hydrogen flight simulator, and getting the opportunity to talk to so many people about the work we are doing developing zero emission aircraft and propulsion technologies.

Here's a few of our best moments this week:

⭐Our Chief Strategy Officer Jenny Kavanagh had the pleasure of meeting with the Prime Minister, Sir Keir Starmer on Monday

⭐The new Aviation Minister, Mike Kane, visited our stand to catch up with our CEO Paul Hutton, to hear about our progress since his last visit to Cranfield earlier this year

⭐Announcing that we are partnering with EVIA Energy, an affiliate of EVIA AERO GmbH on the development of airport infrastructure to enable both electric and hydrogen-electric aircraft operations at regional airports.

⭐Supporting the release of EA Maven's report on UK Regional Air Mobility Opportunity which leverages our operational data - the findings indicate that the Hydrogen B-N Islander can access 90% of the 684 potential routes identified, offering significant economic and environmental benefits

⭐Our Manufacturing Manager Emma Stubbs was featured on the The Aerospace Growth Partnership panel for Future Leaders in Aviation alongside some other great young talent - well done Emma 👊 

⭐Our team had the chance to meet and discuss our work with the Civil Aviation Authority CEO, Rob Bishton

⭐Engaging with our technology partners Reaction Engines and Evolito Ltd who were right next door to us in Hall 1 - and letting them have a go on our great flight sim

⭐Catching up with our partner MONTE - thanks Timothy Eyre for the personalised MONTE hats!

Don't forget we're still here today for the Pioneers of Tomorrow day where we hope to see as many young minds as possible interested in learning more about the future of aviation - the zero emissions age!

#FIA #FIA24 #Farnborough #CranfieldAerospace #Hydrogen #HydrogenAviation #CleanerSkies #FutureFlight #ZeroEmissions

Fantastic to be located so close to our technology partners, Reaction Engines, at Farnborough International Airshow! ✈ Alongside REL, we're at the forefront of addressing a critical obstacle in the journey toward hydrogen-electric flight: thermal management. 

Traditional aircraft powertrains typically use hot exhaust gas streams to dissipate most of their waste heat, posing a stark contrast to the thermal management requirements of fuel cell powered aircraft. Hydrogen fuel cells necessitate the rejection of significant amounts of low-grade heat, presenting a unique engineering challenge. Using conventional methods for this heat rejection from hydrogen fuel cells would result in large, heavy heat exchangers, imposing mass and drag penalties that would compromise aircraft range and performance.

Read more about our holistic solution to thermal management: https://lnkd.in/g_XPXnfW

#FIA #Farnborough #FIA24 #Partnership #ThermalManagement #CranfieldAerospace #ProjectFresson #Hydrogen #HydrogenFuelCell #CleanerSkies #FutureFlight

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