NASA invests $11.5 million in sustainable aircraft design initiatives

NASA has awarded $11.5 million to five organizations to develop new designs for sustainable aircraft. This funding is part of the Advanced Aircraft Concepts for Environmental Sustainability (AACES) 2050 initiative aimed at creating low-emission commercial planes. The selected organizations include Boeing's Aurora Flight Sciences, Electra, Georgia Institute of Technology, JetZero, and Pratt & Whitney. Each will focus on different aspects of aircraft design, such as alternative fuels, electric propulsion, and aerodynamic technologies. These studies aim to enhance aircraft efficiency and reduce environmental impact. The initiative seeks to gather innovative ideas from various sectors to advance sustainable aviation technologies for the future.