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Hydrogen for aircraft operation
Installation of a complete H₂ system at an airfield
Modular hydrogen plant for the local production, storage and use of green hydrogen. A 150 kW electrolyzer generates H₂ with PV electricity, which is used to refuel test aircraft. The aim is also to reduce energy costs, increase security of supply and promote emission-free aviation. The airport benefits from a technological edge, funding opportunities and a climate-friendly positioning.

Project profile
Industry
Aerospace
Client
Project
Key figures
500 kWp solar
500 kWh electricity storage
200 kW H₂ electrolyzer
500 kg high-pressure storage tank
Concept idea
X2E System Engineering GmbH
Project example:
H₂ complete system for aircraft refueling
Objective
An aviation company is developing emission-free aircraft engines at the airport and testing them under real-life conditions. In order to reduce dependence on external hydrogen supplies, a local hydrogen infrastructure is being set up together with the airport operator. The aim is the climate-friendly, decentralized production of green hydrogen directly on site.
Solution
Installation of a complete modular hydrogen system consisting of:
- 200 kW PEM electrolyzer for the production of green hydrogen
- Storage unit with pressurized tanks for hydrogen storage
- Refueling unit on the tarmac for test aircraft and prototypes
- The system is powered by electricity from a newly installed photovoltaic system.
- Surpluses can be used for the airport’s own power supply via reconversion.
Advantages
- Reduction of energy costs and logistics expenses
- Strengthening the location as an innovation hub for climate-friendly aviation
- Contribution to CO₂-neutral energy supply for the airport
- Access to funding for sustainable mobility

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