Demonstration of a hydrogen distribution system for a direct hydrogen combustion propulsion aircraft
Development and demonstration of the hydrogen distribution and conditioning system, from the tank interface until the combustor, for a direct hydrogen combustion propulsion aircraft. This topic targets the demonstration of the critical distribution and hydrogen conditioning components, including the high-pressure hydrogen pump, at TRL5, and the on-ground demonstration of the fuel distribution system at TRL4. The project will perform a scaled-on ground demonstration of the engine thrust control function.
| Agency | HORIZON (EU) |
|---|---|
| Region | EU |
| Country | N/A |
| Legal form | Company, NGO, Government organization, Other |
| Start date | 31 Mar 2026 |
| End date | 19 May 2026 |
| Max funding | Up to 18,000,000 EUR per grant. |
| Budget | Total indicative budget for all Clean Aviation 2026-04 topics: 329,500,000 EUR (2026). |
| Coverage | See the Horizon Europe Work Programme General Annexes and Clean Aviation rules. Funding rates depend on organization type and activity. |