ZeroAvia's hydrogen-powered plane engines get green light from US Federal Aviation Administration

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Green aviation company says certification marks another 'key milestone' on journey towards zero emission commercial flights

ZeroAvia took another step towards its vision of delivering zero emission commercial flights this week, after its hydrogen-electric engines received an initial seal of approval from the US Federal Aviation...

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