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Zero emission flight demonstrator competition: successful projects

Sets out information on the successful applicants to round 1 of the zero emission flight demonstrator competition.

• From: Department for Transport
• Published: 23 July 2026
• Last updated: 26 October 2026
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  1. 26 October 2026

     Sky-Zero has withdrawn from the process.

  2. 23 July 2026

     First published.

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Zero emission flight demonstrator competition: round 1 successful projects

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This funding forms part of the Jet Zero R&D Programme announced on 20 January 2026.

Eight projects secured funding in round 1 of the zero emission flight demonstrator competition, which aims to demonstrate zero emission commercial capable flight in the UK.

Sky-Zero withdrew from the process in September 2026, so 7 projects are proceeding.

These projects will carry out activity to demonstrate the viability of operating zero-emission aircraft from UK airports, supporting the delivery of a greener aviation sector using innovative technology.

This update provides information on projects to be funded under round 1, showing:

• who is leading each project and any partners involved
• costs and funding
• location
• what each project will do