Airbus Promised a 'Green' Hydrogen Aircraft. That Bet Is Now Unraveling

Airbus, which aimed to launch a zero-emissions, hydrogen-powered aircraft within 15 years, has now delayed the project by up to a decade and cut its budget by 25% due to technical challenges and slow hydrogen adoption. The company has spent over $1.7 billion but recognizes the need for further refinement, shifting focus to hydrogen-fuel cells that generate energy for electric motors; however, this redesign has revealed additional challenges. Despite receiving government funding tied to green aircraft development, the project has shifted from a short-haul jet to a less appealing regional turboprop.

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