Airbus wants to trial with fuel cell in A320 aircraft

Aircraft manufacturer Airbus wants a taste of performing with a hydrogen tank in an A320 aircraft. This should make going to wear for the generation of electricity. The fuel cell would be the kerosene consumption by 15% can reduce.

Airbus wants to make the hydrogen primarily work for generating power. The electricity can be used for, among other things, the lighting in the unit, the hydraulic system and for the in-flight entertainment system. Also, can the fuel cell be used with the aid of oxygen and water to produce. This can be a A320-unit less of water to take, which is a considerable weight saving benefits, so reports HydrogenFuelnews.

Although the fuel cell is not used for the propulsion, would, according to calculations by Airbus, the kerosene consumption to 15 percent be reduced. This limits the emission of CO2, a greenhouse gas, where airlines in Europe is already a charge for have to pay. Further savings are made on fuel costs, while new devices might also be cheaper can be built because there are motors with less power are needed.

The trial, involving an A320 aircraft is equipped with a 90 kw fuel cell, is scheduled for 2015. There is still, however, require the approval of the aeronautical authorities.