SUSTAINABLE AVIATION FOR SWEDEN - TECHNOLOGY & CAPABILITY ASSESSMENT TARGETING 2045

Paper in proceeding, 2022

The goal of this project is to analyse the possibilities offered by different technological solutions to achieve zero emission aviation, firstly in the Swedish/Nordic network context and secondly extend this to the European context. This project will investigate the potential and feasibility of new or upgraded aircraft types based on the different technologies mapped from both, various published roadmaps and national expertise from Swedish aerospace universities and companies. This involves developing aircraft conceptual designs studies and trade analysis with regards to different fuel types, propulsion technologies, structure, operations, network and fleet management, and all relevant technologies. The project will, on a common technology basis, analyse a range of zero carbon fuels and associated technologies through operational studies and optimization to accelerate the introduction of fossil free aircraft technology and choosing optimal paths for making aviation sustainable.