The government has launched a new group made up of aviation experts who will focus on the tech, infrastructure, and regulation needed to develop zero-emission flights.

Last year, the government announced new grants worth £84 million to develop a greener aerospace market that could see flights entirely run on batteries and hydrogen as early as next year.

“From the first jet engine created here in the UK, Britain is truly a world-leader in flying,” said transport secretary Grant Shapps at the fifth Jet Zero Council meeting on Wednesday. “Now we are determined to revolutionise flying and we want to see everyone have the opportunity to travel guilt-free.

“We are determined to bring forward the flight technology of the future, and through our new Zero Emission Flight Delivery Group, we will help create thousands of jobs around the country and take another step toward zero emission flights.”

The new group will sit under the Jet Zero Council – an advisory forum with experts from across the industry – and will be led by aviation expert Rachel Gardner-Poole, who has over 20 years experience in military and commercial aviation.

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