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French Start-up Beyond Aero Gets Backing for Hydrogen Bizjet

No major business aviation OEMs have yet committed to hydrogen propulsion

Beyond Aero's One business jet — Beyond Aero is preparing to start ground tests on the hydrogen-electric propulsion system that will power its six- to eight-passenger business jet.

By Charles Alcock • Managing Editor

January 6, 2025

While various hydrogen propulsion options are under development for next-generation airliners, French start-up Beyond Aero for now appears to be the only company actively working to bring a hydrogen-powered business jet to market. The Toulouse-based company recently announced the completion of a $20 million Series A funding round taking its total funding to date to $44 million as it advances plans for a six- to eight-seat aircraft that could enter service in 2030.

So far, Beyond Aero faces no declared competition from any of the major business aviation manufacturers, none of which have yet confirmed plans to incorporate hydrogen propulsion into future aircraft.

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