Brussels The European Commission hosted the 6th General Assembly of the Alliance for Zero-Emission Aviation (AZEA), bringing together industry leaders, policymakers, and innovators to advance the deployment of hydrogen and electric aircraft across Europe.
Key outcomes and highlights:
- Industry momentum: AZEA now includes over 140 members from across the aviation ecosystemairports, airlines, manufacturers, energy providers, and regulators working collaboratively to remove barriers to zero-emission flight.
- Deployment roadmap: The assembly focused on finalizing a deployment strategy for hydrogen and electric aircraft, including infrastructure needs, certification pathways, and safety protocols.
- Airport readiness: A major theme was preparing European airports to handle hydrogen refueling and electric charging, with pilot projects underway in several member states.
- Funding and innovation: The Commission reaffirmed support through Horizon Europe and the Clean Aviation Joint Undertaking, encouraging members to apply for funding to scale up prototypes and demonstration flights.
- Global leadership: AZEA aims to position Europe as a global leader in sustainable aviation, aligning with the EU’s Green Deal and Fit for 55 climate targets.
- Next steps: A formal AZEA Action Plan will be published in early 2026, outlining milestones for aircraft certification, infrastructure rollout, and regulatory harmonization.
Commissioner Thierry Breton stated, “Europe must lead the way in making zero-emission aviation not just a possibility, but a reality.”
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