NLR orders prototype liquid hydrogen fuel tank

14 March 2025

Cryoworld, in collaboration with 20K Hydrogen, has received an order for a prototype liquid hydrogen fuel tank for integration into NLR’s Pipistrel Velis Electro. Cryoworld is applying its expertise in liquid hydrogen storage to design, manufacture, and assist with testing of a lightweight prototype fuel tank. After successful ground validation, NLR aims to achieve its first manned liquid hydrogen flight by 2026, marking a pivotal step towards sustainable aviation.

NLR orders liquid hydrogen fuel tank

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NLR's Pipistrel Velis Electro that will be retrofitted to a liquid hydrogen-electric aircraft