H2FLY's HY4 Hydrogen-Electric Aircraft Achieves Milestone with Successful First Taxi Tests
The H2FLY HY4, a four-seater hydrogen-electric aircraft, has successfully completed its first taxi tests at Maribor Airport in Slovenia. These ground trials confirmed the full functionality and maneuverability of the aircraft's systems. This milestone is a key part of the European MAHEPA project, which aims to advance modular hybrid-electric propulsion for aviation. The project, involving partners like Pipistrel Vertical Solutions and the German Aerospace Center (DLR), is a significant step forward for zero-emission flight. The successful tests now pave the way for the HY4's first flight.
Official Source: https://fuelcellsworks.com/2026/08/19/fuel-cells/the-southern-hemisphere-s-first-hydrogen-electric-aircraft-taxi-and-a-proud-farewell
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