Dutch Aircraft Moves Closer to Certification
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Dutch startup Cormorant Aerospace has announced that its electric short take-off and landing (eSTOL) aircraft will initially use Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) to pursue EASA certification. The aircraft, capable of carrying eight passengers, is designed for hybrid operation with future adaptability to hydrogen or battery systems.
While the ultimate goal is hydrogen-powered flight, regulatory readiness for certifying hydrogen systems remains limited. As a result, Cormorant is beginning certification with a SAF-powered turbogenerator and battery hybrid model.
With over 400 kilometers of range on hydrogen and modular flexibility, the aircraft is aimed at both remote regions and regional operators. The project is backed by aviation veterans and partners including Hoffmann Propeller and Leichtwerk, and uses certified components wherever possible.
The team expects operational tests by 2026 and is preparing for external investment to support certification, production, and a demonstration at Aero Friedrichshafen.
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