NASA's Vision for a Sustainable Skies: $11.5M Pushed Towards Breakthrough Aircraft Concepts

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NASA's Vision for a Sustainable Skies: $11.5M Pushed Towards Breakthrough Aircraft Concepts
The future of aviation is taking flight, and it's not just about faster speeds and luxurious cabins. NASA's Advanced Aircraft Concepts for Environmental Sustainability 2050 (AACES) program is investing $11.5 million in five cutting-edge concepts that could revolutionize air travel and reduce its environmental impact. A Glimpse into the Future of Flight The AACES program is a bold step towards a more sustainable future for aviation. By funding innovative research and development, NASA aims to identify transformative solutions that can significantly reduce the carbon footprint of air travel. While these concepts are still in their early stages, they hold the potential to reshape the way we fly. The Five Awardees and Their Visionary Projects Electra: Building on its existing electric aircraft prototype, Electra will use the awarded funds to further advance its technology and bring electric flight closer to reality. JetZero: This innovative concept combines cryogenic liquid hydrogen fu…