BAE Systems, Airbus collaborate on sustainable aircraft technology

BAE Systems (BAESY) has signed an agreement with Airbus (EADSY) to provide the energy storage system for Airbus’ microhybridization demonstration project for commercial aircraft. The two companies will advance sustainable aviation by maturing and integrating electrification technologies that can reduce aviation’s carbon footprint. BAE Systems will develop, test, and deliver energy storage packs for electric aircraft in the megawatt power class, offering two hundred-kilowatt-hour energy capacity to enhance energy efficiency and performance. The energy storage system will provide electric propulsion assist to the engine during various phases of flight. As part of the agreement, BAE Systems will provide energy storage systems to Airbus for lab testing and system integration for hybridization technology demonstration.