Dutch aerospace pioneer Fokker is looking to make a comeback.
This time however, it wont be polluting Jet A fuel propelling the companys aircraft.
Assembly of the new plane will happen in 2032, with the first prototype flight scheduled for 2033.
That is, if everything goes according to plan, which is seldom the case with new aircraft projects.
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It is difficult to glean the total passenger capacity though, as there is no length specification.
Meanwhile, British engine makerRolls-Royceis also involved in the project, although there is no official partnership in place.
But, as Fokker Next Gen CEO Juriaan Kellermann toldLuchtvaartnieuwsover the weekend,We think its realistic.
As such, the company will first convert one of its Fokker 100 regional jets.
In fact, Fokker Next Gen has already begun adapting the plane to run on liquid hydrogen.
The first test flight of the modified jet is currently scheduled for the start of 2028.
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