Electric Aviation Group is developing a 100‑seat regional aircraft that uses a hydrogen fuel‑cell and battery hybrid powertrain to deliver true zero‑emission, whisper‑quiet flight with short‑takeoff‑and‑landing capability. The design enables 24/7 operation at up to 35,000 airports worldwide, offering regional airlines and charter operators lower operating costs and up to 100% reduction in CO₂ and NOx emissions while also supporting retrofit programs for existing turboprop fleets.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Regional air travel relies on turboprop aircraft that emit high levels of CO₂ and NOx, generate significant noise, and have limited operational flexibility due to fuel infrastructure and airport restrictions. These factors hinder the aviation industry's transition to sustainable, low‑impact transportation.
Solution
Electric Aviation Group (EAG) is developing a 100‑seat regional aircraft that combines hydrogen fuel‑cell power with electric propulsion to achieve true zero‑emission flight. The hybrid system delivers whisper‑quiet short‑takeoff‑and‑landing (STOL) performance, enabling operations at a wide network of 35,000 airports around the clock. By replacing conventional turboprop engines, the aircraft promises up to 100 % reduction in CO₂ and NOx emissions while offering lower operating costs. EAG’s technology platform is aircraft‑size and power‑train agnostic, allowing the same hydrogen‑electric solution to be applied across different airframes and retrofit programs. The company also pursues licensing of its high‑TRL technologies to accelerate industry adoption.
Target Audience
Primary customers are regional airlines and air charter operators seeking low‑emission, cost‑efficient aircraft for short‑haul routes, as well as aircraft manufacturers interested in integrating hydrogen‑electric powertrains.
Features
- Hydrogen fuel‑cell and battery hybrid powertrain delivering zero‑CO₂/NOx emissions
- Electric propulsion with integrated noise‑reduction design for ultra‑quiet operation
- STOL capability that supports 24/7 service to over 35,000 global airports
- Modular architecture compatible with new builds and retrofit of existing turboprop fleets
- High technology readiness level (TRL 6) validated through flight‑demonstrator programs
- Proprietary control software optimizing fuel‑cell and battery usage for cost‑effective performance