Hydrogen-electric aircraft developer ZeroAvia confirmed on February 18, 2025, that it has sold its first standalone electric propulsion system (EPS). Jetcruzer has agreed to purchase the 600kW EPS for electric flight testing to hone the design of its Jetcruzer 500E. Delivery of the unit is expected in spring.
The 600kW EPS had recently received a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) G-1 issue paper, which outlines the basis of certifcation.
ZeroAvia has secured over 2,000 pre-orders for its full hydrogen-electric powertrains from commercial airlines. In addition, the company launched a component offering to serve the market for novel electric air transport applications.
The Jetcruzer 500E will be a six-seat hydrogen-electric aircraft, with an expected entry into service of 2028, followed by the 1250E in 2030. ZeroAvia's EPS system will be integrated into flight testing using a redesigned and rebuilt Jetcruzer 500 as a testbed for the new electric aircraft. The 500E is set to be the first aircraft with a type certification to successfully fly with an all-electric propulsion system.