AMSL Aero agreement to explore Philippine market

Zero emission aircraft manufacturer AMSL Aero has signed a partnership with the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) to explore a zero-emissions aircraft industry in the Philippines.

AMSL Aero, maker of the Vertiia vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) aircraft (pictured), also aims to provide the catalyst for a hydrogen production industry in the Philippines.

The partnership involves collaboration and knowledge sharing to develop an ecosystem for low-cost zero emissions aircraft and hydrogen energy production systems.

According to a statement, this has the potential to connect the archipelago of the Philippines by passenger and freight carriage air bridges.

The CEO of AMSL Aero Max York said: “The partnership agreement with BCDA, and also the recently signed partnership with Life Flight New Zealand, clearly demonstrate the global demand and opportunity for hydrogen-powered VTOL technology.

“These agreements will enable AMSL Aero to further develop our innovative Vertiia technology to support multi-national requirements for passenger, cargo, air rescue, aeromedical and military air operations.”

The partnership envisages the preparation of a feasibility study, which may include a technical and commercial study of the project with potential developments within BCDA’s properties.

The President and CEO of the BCDA Engr. Joshua M. Bingcang said: “This agreement supports our vision to transform New Clark City into a smart and sustainable metropolis, which includes modern energy and transport infrastructure.”

Based in Sydney Australia, AMSL Aero has secured more than $55 million in funding from major private investors, government programmes and customers to develop the Vertiia, which is currently progressing through the civil aviation certification process.

Picture: AMSL AeroVertiia