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GKN AEROSPACE LAUNCHES H2FLYGHT
Building on the successes of the H2GEAR project, H2FlyGHT introduces cutting-edge thermal management solutions to enhance efficiency and performance.
GKN Aerospace has launched H2FlyGHT, a collaborative initiative that will develop a 2-megawatt (MW) cryogenic hydrogen-electric propulsion system, setting new standards for the future generation of larger sustainable aircraft.
H2FlyGHT is designed to streamline the path to flight testing and certification, meeting customer needs and industry standards. The project will demonstrate an integrated propulsion system at the 2 MW scale including fuel cell power generation, cryogenic power distribution, and advanced cryogenic drive systems.
GKN Aerospace is collaborating with industry and academic partners to achieve the ambitious goals of H2FlyGHT:
- Parker Meggitt: Collaborating on thermal management and ‘balance of plant’ for the fuel cell system, ensuring comprehensive system integration and performance.
- University of Manchester: Focusing on hyperconducting motor coil design, pushing the boundaries of motor technology.
- University of Nottingham: Supporting full motor design and scale-up and cryogenic inverter technology development, essential for developing high-power, efficient propulsion systems.
GKN Aerospace is at the leading edge of the aviation industry's shift towards commercial hydrogen platforms, which are projected to launch in the mid-2030s. The company is actively engaged in multiple major collaborative projects—H2GEAR, HYFIVE and H2FlyGHT—aimed at developing a comprehensive zero-emission hydrogen-electric propulsion system. By participating in these ground-breaking projects, both within the UK and globally, GKN Aerospace reaffirms its dedication to advancing environmental sustainability and supporting the transition to zero-emission flight.
