A Shropshire-based aerospace company has revealed major plans to expand as a move to green aviation takes off.
Straightline Aviation Ltd, based in Bridgnorth, has entered into a letter of intent to buy three hybrid airships from AT2 Aerospace, a Lockheed Martin spin-off company.
The Shropshire firm, which works with the United Nations to deliver humanitarian services, will act as lead customer of the AT2 hybrid airship and take delivery of the first aircraft in 2026. They will work closely with Dr Bob Boyd, former hybrid airship project leader for Lockheed, and the AT2 team.
"Straightline is working closely with the United Nations to deliver humanitarian services including medical facilities to improve the socio-economic wellbeing of communities that are currently off grid.
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