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American Airlines has committed to purchasing 100 hydrogen-electric engines from ZeroAvia, a clean aviation company, to power regional jets. This investment marks a significant step towards the airline’s goal of achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, highlighting its commitment to sustainable aviation. ZeroAvia’s technology uses hydrogen fuel cells to generate electricity, powering electric motors that drive propellers, producing only water vapor as emission. This partnership signifies the advancement of clean aviation technologies and the potential for a more sustainable future for the industry.

ZeroAvia, a leader in hydrogen-electric aviation, has announced plans to offer key components of its hydrogen-electric engines to other clean aviation innovators. This move allows ZeroAvia to maximize its investment in R&D and its vertical integration strategy, while also furthering its impact on reducing environmental harm from aviation. With the certification work for the ZA600 engine for up to 20-seat aircraft underway, and the underpinning technology for the ZA2000 engine for up to 90-seat aircraft in advanced development, ZeroAvia has identified significant opportunities in the market for components such as electric propulsion systems and hydrogen fuel cell systems.