Wednesday, January 8, 2025 BAE Systems has announced a strategic partnership with Airbus to supply an advanced energy storage system for Airbus’ microhybridization demonstration project aimed at commercial aircraft. This collaboration represents a significant step forward in sustainable aviation, as the two companies work together to mature and integrate electrification technologies designed to lower aviation’s carbon footprint. Under the agreement, BAE Systems will design, test, and deliver state-of-the-art energy storage packs specifically engineered for electric aircraft in the megawatt power class.
These packs, with a capacity of 200 kilowatt-hours, will enhance energy efficiency and optimize aircraft performance. The system will enable electric propulsion assistance for aircraft engines during critical phases of flight, such as takeoff and climb, reducing overall fuel consumption and emissions. The project will also involve BAE Systems providing energy storage systems for laboratory testing and integration into Airbus’ hybridization technology platform.
This initiative underscores a shared commitment to pioneering solutions that advance greener aviation technologies, paving the way for more sustainable air travel in the future. By combining their expertise in electrification and aerospace innovation, BAE Systems and Airbus aim to set new benchmarks in the development of hybrid-electric propulsion systems, demonstrating their potential to reshape the future of aviat.
