Pratt & Whitney to Demonstrate Hydrogen-Fueled Turboprop Technology

Pratt & Whitney, a division of RTX, has announced a project under the European Union’s Clean Aviation Joint Undertaking to advance hydrogen-fueled turboprop technology. The project aims to develop and demonstrate hydrogen propulsion for regional aviation, which could significantly reduce emissions and support the EU’s ambitious climate goals.

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As part of this initiative, Pratt & Whitney will adapt its existing turboprop engine architecture to operate on liquid hydrogen fuel. This demonstration marks a critical step toward certifying hydrogen propulsion systems for use in regional aircraft, potentially accelerating the shift to sustainable aviation technologies. Collaborating with a consortium of aerospace partners across Europe, Pratt & Whitney plans to complete the first flight tests by 2027.

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