Following the setback of the Mitsubishi project, the Japanese government is charting a new course by engaging private enterprises in another endeavor aimed at creating a next-generation passenger aircraft, as reported by Azernews, citing the Nikkei newspaper.
The publication indicates that by 2035, a combined investment totaling 5 trillion yen (approximately $33 billion) from both private entities and governmental sources is envisioned.
Learning from the lessons of the unsuccessful Mitsubishi venture, Japanese authorities are keen on incorporating these insights into the fresh initiative. Notably, the new program will involve not just one, but multiple companies, ranging from industrial giants to component manufacturers, in the development process.
A key focus of the project entails exploring the feasibility of employing hydrogen engines, in lieu of conventional jet engines, to power passenger aircraft. Consequently, automotive firms adept in hydrogen engine technology could potentially play a pivotal role in collaborative efforts.
The intricacies of the forthcoming aircraft development initiative are slated to be delineated in a document expected to be released soon by the Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry.
