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Switzerland-based JEKTA has announced its selection of ZeroAvia’s fuel cell power generation system (PGS) to demonstrate a fuel cell variant of its electric amphibious flying boat, the PHA-ZE 100. This collaboration aims to integrate the system as the PHA-ZE 100...
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Switzerland-based JEKTA has announced its selection of ZeroAvia’s fuel cell power generation system (PGS) to demonstrate a fuel cell variant of its electric amphibious flying boat, the PHA-ZE 100. This collaboration aims to integrate the system as the PHA-ZE 100 variant is introduced to the market.
While battery technology is advancing, JEKTA remains committed to exploring all potential avenues to enhance the range and payload of its zero-emissions aircraft. The PHA-ZE 100, powered by ZeroAvia’s fuel cell PGS, is expected to achieve a range of up to 500 to 600 km and increase payload capacity by up to one tonne, further enhancing the airframe's capabilities. Additionally, a hydrogen fuel system could lower operating and maintenance costs, supporting a lifespan of up to 20,000 hours. JEKTA and ZeroAvia will closely collaborate to develop and certify an integrated PGS, including inverters, other electronic components, and a hydrogen tank and fuel system.
“By working with ZeroAvia and defining a suitable fuel cell system, we can offer our potential operator clients the choice of two fuel sources. The hydrogen system delivers a viable alternative to electric battery power that promises a significant increase in the range of our PHA-ZE 100, which will suit operators serving longer regional routes. In contrast, the battery power option will suit shorter-range missions and operators flying in locations where electric power is more cost-effective and accessible,” said George Alafinov, CEO of JEKTA Switzerland. “ZeroAvia holds a strong market position with secure financing, an impressive set of customer commitments and well-developed infrastructure, which all contributed to our decision to work with them.”
ZeroAvia is already testing its entire hydrogen-electric powertrain (ZA600) in a 19-seat testbed aircraft. The company has developed a range of flexible low-temperature proton exchange membrane (LTPEM) PGS solutions and novel high-temperature PEM (HTPEM) fuel cells for hydrogen-electric aerospace applications.
“The JEKTA team shares our vision of introducing clean aircraft propulsion systems into commercial operations. We are noting a resurgence in the seaplane market, and we’re excited to work with an innovative company that is leading and shaping the future of amphibious aviation. We see the huge potential for creating zero-emission amphibious flights, and we believe hydrogen-electric propulsion will play a big role in this market,” said Val Miftakhov, CEO of ZeroAvia.
ZeroAvia is also involved in global hydrogen infrastructure projects and has partnerships with nearly 20 airports to explore the concept of operations and the hydrogen refuelling ecosystem needed to support route adoption. The company has pioneered the testing of electrolyzers for on-site hydrogen generation, hydrogen pipeline technology, and aircraft refuelling equipment in airport environments. Alafinov sees these as essential components for supporting an efficient regional amphibious aviation network and plans to work closely with ZeroAvia on both optimising the PGS installation in the PHA-ZE 100 and exploring infrastructure development with operator customers.
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