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Hydrogen is flammable and not safety approved helium is heavy and expensive and in short supply. So what are ops options moving forward?

Turning up to my local airport as a child in the late ‘90s there would be a familiar sight on the apron. A fleet of Britten-Norman Trislander aircraft readying to fly you to runways less landed. This was the reality in Guernsey, the pride of the Channel Islands between England and France, for much of my childhood. Now the last Trislander hangs from the ceiling of a children’s play centre, viewed by youngsters below as little more than a relic of how we used to fly. Guernsey’s flag carrier was the first and largest commercial Trislander operator. At its height it had 16 aircraft, with destinations including Exeter, Southampton and Newquay in the UK and Dinard and Cherbourg in France. But by May 2017, on trend with the demise of regional aviation globally, Aurigny opted to withdraw all its Trislanders, replacing them with newer Dornier 228s. Four years later, the airline sold one of its three 228s to hydrogen propulsion start-up ZeroAvia in an effort to “simplify” the fleet. Today, Aurigny operates six aircraft: two Dornier 228s, three ATR 72s (72 passengers) and an Embraer 195 (122 passengers) to less than half of the destinations it used to offer at more expensive price points than ever before. If ever there was a case for regional air mobility, here it is. Revolution.Aero spoke to Claudio Camelier from Heart Aerospace, Mario Asselin from The AirCraft Company, McKinsey & Company's Robin Riedel and Clint Harper, C.M. from Harper4D Solutions, LLC to find out more. Read full: https://lnkd.in/eNvrTUS9

🚁✈️ #Jet vs #helicopter: The Costs Explained ✈️🚁  In the world of #private air #transportation, one of the most common questions I get asked is about the cost difference between #renting a private jet and a helicopter.  Here are some #important considerations to keep in mind:  #Energy Efficiency: Helicopters consume more fuel to cover the same distance than jets, which translates into higher fuel costs.  #Transport Capacity: Private jets can accommodate more passengers and cargo than helicopters, which can reduce costs per person when sharing costs.  #Speed and Autonomy: Private jets are known for their greater speed and range, reducing the need for frequent stops.  #Maintenance and Operating Costs: Helicopters require more frequent and complex maintenance, increasing operational costs.  #Airport Infrastructure: Many airports are equipped for jets, not helicopters, which can result in additional costs and longer transfer times.  #Hire Rates: Hourly rates for helicopter rentals can be higher, depending on the type of helicopter and services included.  The choice between jet and helicopter will depend on the specific #needs of the trip and affordability. #Flexibility, quick time or #access to remote destinations: each option has its #advantages.    Be sure to make your choice based on your individual needs and remember to plan ahead to get the best rates when possible!  🌍✈️🚁 #AviationPrivate #TravelPrivate #Jet #helicopter #italy

Marketplace recently summarized some of my thoughts on the viability of regional air travel using electric aircraft. You can listen to the broadcast with Robin Riedel from McKinsey & Company and Elan Head from The Air Current here. https://lnkd.in/gKEASXDf

Regional connectivity is key to prosperity, and many communities lack affordable mass transport to major urban areas. Airlander is changing the game, offering a low emissions air mobility option that connects cities without the need for extensive traditional transport infrastructure. It's like a 'fast ferry' in the skies, providing passengers with a quieter, spacious, and more environmentally responsible travel experience. With dramatically lower emissions and a commitment to sustainability, we're excited to lead the way in redefining regional mobility. Alongside us redefining regional mobility is our launch airline customer, Air Nostrum Group, who recently doubled their reservation of Airlander 10 aircraft from 10 to 20. These further 10 aircraft will underpin the expansion of the Airlander network from Spain into the Mediterranean region and provide new sustainable regional connections. Find out more about our recent announcement and how Airlander will rethink the future of air travel: https://lnkd.in/e3Aiy_VD #Airlander #RethinkTheSkies #AirNostrumGroup #RegionalConnections #Spain

We are serious about our commitment to sustainability in aviation, and that’s why we’ve partnered with 4AIR to help us offset our carbon emissions through the use of verified carbon offsets. Some offsets that help counteract our carbon emissions include projects like Ascend in Florida, which captures and converts N2O into adipic acid, a building block for nylon used extensively in automobiles and aircraft production. Book your next trip with us 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gvEevQk9 #privatejet #aviation #luxury #avgeek #privatejetlife #privatejetcharter #luxurylifestyle #businessjet #travel #sustainability #businessaviation #4air #aviationlovers #luxurytravel #flyprivate #privateaviation #gulfstream #aircraft #instagramaviation #aviationphotography #pilot #airplane #falcon #aviationdaily #jetlife #bombardier#makeadifference #payitforward #helpingothers #ryanaviationgroup

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Now, our re-branding has taken place, I had time for some reflection. In 2013 I started THOMS Cleaning Innovations what changed over to THOMS Aviation in 2016. Driven by the Dry Wash Concept to make a change for airlines in expensive towing costs, longer hangar inputs and better quality. Only 3 to 4 times annual is enough to keep the aircraft shiny and bright. Until 2020, a plandemic kicked in and my precious lifework was at stake, so; Dry Washing trains was my target to keep the company alive.... and we succeeded! At that time a started to understand that we do more, much more(!!) for our Planet. We are saving millions litres of water by doing our services for aircraft or trains, but also by providing our amazing sustainable products to global partners and even competitors in our field. Together we make the difference, together we make IMPACT! Almost 11 years later I look back and can say that my mission and vision has seriously taken a flight and I am planning to stay on track for many years to come! Happy New Year to everybody in my network, I want to thank you all for your support and trust! Thank you 🙏 #impact #impactinvesting #rails #trains #aviation #transavia #airliners #airline #sustainability #climatechange #drywsh #savingwater

"The future of community air service and help for #airports losing #airservice. I think this could restore regional air service which has been in steep decline for many decades. This McKinsey & Company report, not only chronicles that decline but paints an interesting picture of how #regionalairmobility and #mobilityasaservice will unfold into a multi-billion dollar industry and perhaps restore service to communities under 150-800 km. RAM brings together new aviation technologies and existing small airport infrastructure into a transportation model that is more equitable, more economical, and more environmentally friendly for air travel over short distances, compared to today’s status quo. If these changes materialize, the total addressable market (TAM) for small regional flights globally could be $75 billion to $115 billion by 2035, representing 300 to 700 million passengers annually. "We define RAM as the transportation of passengers and goods by air over about 150 to 800 kilometers on five- to 50-passenger aircraft (or the equivalent size for cargo), primarily using smaller regional airports. RAM will primarily use runways, generally at smaller regional airports." https://lnkd.in/ekpGFwkb ZeroAvia Ampaire, magniX, Pratt & Whitney Canada, Rolls-Royce Electrical Norway AS, VerdeGo Boeing, Merlin Tech Labs, Reliable Robotics Corporation, Sikorsky, Thales, Xwing

It's happening, #ClimateChange is #real. The #aviation sector, amid all this chaos, is facing increasing pressure to clean up its act. Many #airports are letting #sustainability be a part of their designs & operation strategies, besides subscribing to #ecofriendly initiatives. Read on for a closer look at top airports setting an example for other aviation hubs to pay attention to - https://lnkd.in/gDsGJABK