Hydrogen Fuel Cells Advance Zero-Emission Ground Support at Exeter Airport

The article accurately describes Exeter Airport's pioneering hydrogen-powered ground support equipment trial, which took place on April 29, 2025. The event involved a TUI Boeing 737 undergoing a turnaround using hydrogen-powered equipment, marking a significant step toward decarbonizing airport ground operations. The trial was conducted in collaboration with Exeter Airport, TUI, Cranfield University, ULEMCo, MULAG, Boeing, and supported by the UK Civil Aviation Authority's Hydrogen Challenge programme. ([cranfield.ac.uk](https://www.cranfield.ac.uk/press/news-2025/cranfield-plays-key-role-in-uk-first-hydrogen-powered-commercial-aircraft-turnaround?utm_source=openai))