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Rolls-Royce and EasyJet Start Hydrogen Fuel Delivery Testing
The UK aircraft engine manufacturer and the low-cost airline are committed to hydrogen powertrains being available for new narrowbody aircraft from mid-2030.
Rolls-Royce conducts cryogenic testing for hydrogen propulsion
Rolls-Royce engineers are assessing challenges associated with the delivery of hydrogen fuel for combustion in aircraft engines. (Image: Rolls-Royce)

Rolls-Royce has started a new round of research into hydrogen propulsion technology. The latest phase of testing got underway on December 19 at the UK aircraft engine maker’s facility in Solihull and is focused on proving the performance of cryogenic liquid hydrogen pump systems.

The work is part of Rolls-Royce’s ongoing collaboration with low-cost carrier EasyJet. This is aimed at providing hydrogen powertrains for a new generation of narrowbody airliners from the mid-2030s onwards.