Airlander 10 Hybrid Air Vehicles unveils cabin designs onboard Airlander 10 as part of its vision for the future of passenger transportation.
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Inter-city transport will represent 40% of the
2025, operating with 90% fewer emissions than
urban air mobility market by 2050 according
conventional models in similar roles, while a
to research by global consultancy firm Roland
fully electric version could be ready by 2030.
Berger, so to cater for this growing demand,
Though airships are slower than traditional
Hybrid Air Vehicles has launched a revised
fixed-wing aeroplanes, Hybrid Air Vehicles say
version of its Airlander 10 airship.
the craft will better serve travellers as they can
Built for short-haul routes such as Liverpool
take-off and land on any flat surface including
to Belfast or Seattle to Vancouver, Airlander
water, meaning passengers can alight closer to
10 treads lightly on the planet, and thanks to
their final destination.
electric motors powered by hydrogen fuel cells, it
“For many decades, flying from A to B has
operates at a fraction of the emissions of current
meant sitting in a metal tube with tiny windows
airborne options.
– a necessity but not always a pleasure,” says
Passenger comfort is front-of-mind too;
Commercial Business Development Director,
suspended beneath a helium-filled balloon, the
George Land. “On Airlander, the whole experience
ship’s cabin gives every passenger an armchair-
is pleasant, even enjoyable. And in the hybrid-
style seat and direct access to the aisles, while
electric and future all-electric configurations,
floor-to-ceiling windows offer natural light and
Airlander is a fit for our decarbonised future.”
views of the landscapes below. Timber flooring
Despite only being concept designs at this
and a calming colour palette complete the look.
stage, Hybrid Air Vehicles has been guided by
In addition to its design-led interior, the
engineering and regulatory standards, with the
aircraft offers a clear pathway to all-electric
cabins incorporating several considerations to
flight; Airlander 10 will be available with up to
ensure they are practical, feasible and ready for
100 seats in a hybrid-electric configuration from
the transition into production when required.
