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Swiss aviation pioneer Bertrand Piccard is leading Climate Impulse, a project to fly a liquid hydrogen-powered plane nonstop around the world in 2028. Backed by Airbus and Syensqo, the two-seater plane aims to demonstrate green hydrogen’s potential for aviation. The team has made progress on key components, with test flights planned next year despite challenges in maintaining liquid hydrogen.
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