The Hydrogen in Aviation (HIA) group, led by easyJet, has conducted a groundbreaking trial at Bristol Airport, using H₂ to power ground support equipment. Known as Project Acorn, the trial aimed to inform regulatory guidance on H₂ use in aviation and involved collaboration with the UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA).

According to Lahiru Ranasinghe of easyJet, H₂ is seen as the future of short-haul aviation. The trial, which involved storing H₂ in compressed gas form and refueling a baggage tractor using a hyQube station, marks a significant step in understanding and implementing H₂ technology in airport operations.

Source: Airport Technology

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