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HySky Pod
by HySky Society
The HySky Pod dives into the pioneers, technologies, and bold ideas shaping the future of hydrogen-powered aviation. Hosted by Danielle McLean, founder of HySky Society—a nonprofit accelerating zero-carbon flight—this show explores everything from liquid hydrogen, fuel cells, and cryogenic storage to drones, UAVs, helicopters, eVTOLs, fixed-wing aircraft, and the entire advanced air mobility (AAM) ecosyst
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Holistic Design of Hydrogen Fuel Cell Aero Engines | SoftinWay | HySky Monthly #82
The conversation revolves around the HySky Monthly event, focusing on the decarbonization of aviation through hydrogen technology and the introduction of SoftinWay's engineering solutions for advanced propulsion systems. Key discussions include community engagement, upcoming events, and the...
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Liquid Hydrogen | Volker Fuchs | Owner of Test-Fuchs | HySky Pod
The conversation features Volker Fuchs discussing the history and evolution of Test-Fuchs, a family-owned aerospace company, and his personal journey in aviation. Key topics include the company's origins, its focus on hydrogen technology, and the challenges and opportunities in the aerospace...
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#81 | Proving Liquid Hydrogen Flight | AeroDelft’s Project Phoenix
Can liquid hydrogen aviation work with technology that exists today? In Episode 81 of HYSKY Monthly, we sit down with Duuk Niemantsverdriet and Arthur Romanelli Chaves of AeroDelft to go inside Project Phoenix—the student-led effort working to demonstrate hydrogen-electric flight and help advance...
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Dr. Nicholas Ingarra: AI, Faith, and What Makes Us Human
Dr. Nicholas Ingarra, an engineer, shares his journey from childhood to earning a doctorate, discussing curiosity, faith, and the limits of artificial intelligence. Takeaways Journey to success Curiosity and faith Limits of AI Chapters 00:00 The Journey Begins 01:42 Exploring Curiosity and Faith...
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Hydrogen, AI, & the Future with Valentine Moroz of SoftinWay
Valentine Moroz, the COO of Softinway, discusses the development of software and machinery for energy and propulsion systems. The conversation explores topics such as hydrogen, aviation, AI, engineering, and the process of turning ambitious ideas into working technology. Additionally, it delves...
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Why Fuel Cells Make Sense for Aviation | Dr. Nicholas Ingarra of Munro Defense | HYSKY Monthly #80
Are hydrogen fuel cells a better fit for aviation than batteries? In HYSKY Monthly #80, Dr. Nicholas Ingarra of Munro Defense breaks down how batteries and hydrogen fuel cells really behave in aircraft applications—and why the way we model battery efficiency matters. We cover: ✈️ Why fuel cell...
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Onboard Liquid Hydrogen Storage for Aircraft | Dr. Barry Prince of FABRUM | HYSKY Monthly #79
The conversation begins with technical difficulties and preparations for the webinar, followed by the setup of the webinar and welcoming of participants. The host introduces HySky Society and Dr. Barry Prince, who presents on the importance of liquid hydrogen in aviation. The conversation…
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Can Automotive Hydrogen Fuel Cells Power Aircraft? FEV Aerospace Explains | HYSKY Monthly #78
See FEV Aerospace live at FlyingHY 2026: https://www.hysky.org/flyinghy2026 Huge thanks to our sponsor, Unither Bioelectronics: https://unither.aero/en/ Register for live webinars free: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regis... Follow FEV Aerospace: 🔹 Website: https://www.fev.com 🔹 LinkedIn: /...
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Val Miftakhov on ZeroAvia’s UK Consolidation and the CAA Hydrogen Sandbox
The conversation with Val Miftakhov from Zero Avia covers the company's changes, government impact, and regulatory challenges in the aviation industry. Val discusses the company's shift to the UK, the role of the new administration, and the heavy government dependency for certification. The...
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#15 HYSKY Pod: Val Miftakhov | Why I Stepped Down as ZeroAvia CEO
See Val Miftakhov live at FlyingHY https://www.hysky.org/flying-hy Huge thanks to our sponsor, Unither Bioelectronics https://unither.aero/en/ What happens when one of hydrogen aviation's most influential pioneers steps down from the company he founded? In Episode #15 of HYSKY Pod, Danielle…
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The Truth About Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF)
The conversation explores the world of sustainable aviation fuels, covering topics such as market size, regulatory requirements, feedstocks, and the future of the market. Siegfried Knecht, CEO of the Aviation Institute for Renewable Energy in Germany, provides insights into the potential and...
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Hydrogen Aviation Will Fail… Unless We Listen to Hydroplane CEO Dr. Anita Sengupta
Discover the future of aviation with hydrogen fuel cell technology! In this video, aerospace engineer Dr. Anita Sengupta shares insights on how hydrogen can revolutionize air travel, offering three times the energy density of traditional fuels. Takeaways Hydrogen fuel cell technology offers...
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NASA Scientist Says Hydrogen Planes Will Change Aviation Forever
⚡ From NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory to building hydrogen-electric aircraft, Dr. Anita Sengupta is redefining the future of aviation. As Founder & CEO of Hydroplane, she’s pioneering zero-emission hydrogen propulsion systems designed to make flying cleaner, quieter, and more sustainable. 🌍✈️...
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Beyond Aero CEO Eloa Guillotin on Hydrogen Electric Aviation
The conversation explores the future of aviation, focusing on hydrogen electric technology, market strategy, certification, scaling the technology, and the personal journey and education of the CEO, Eloa Guillotin. The discussion delves into the potential of electric planes, the use of hydrogen...
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The World’s First Electric Seaplane? | Harbor Air's Erika Holtz at Oshkosh AirVenture
Electric Aircraft Symposium 2026 https://eas2026.org/ Harbor Air's electrification journey and the technical details of the eBeaver program are explored in this conversation. The discussion covers the introduction to Harbor Air and the eBeaver program, Harbor Air's journey to electrification,...
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EAA AirVenture 2025 Press Conference - SkyFly - Michael Thompson, Founder & CEO
Michael Thompson, CEO of Skyfly Technologies, introduces the Axe aircraft, highlighting its unique design and features. He discusses the aircraft's flight performance, control, and battery system, as well as its market applications, sales strategy, timeline, and team. Takeaways The Axe aircraft…
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Why Hydrogen Aviation Will FAIL Without Systems Engineering | Jared Semik
The conversation covers a community gathering, updates on hydrogen aviation, the mission and vision of HySky Society, an introduction to holistic systems engineering, principles and definitions, the philosophy of holism, energy nucleus and systems, energy storage mediums, a holistic engineering...
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Electric Aircraft Symposium at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh | Gregory Blatt of Solar Impulse
The conversation covers the birth of H55 and Solar Impulse, the introduction of B-23 Energique and general aviation enthusiasm, the societal and economic benefits of electric flight, and certification and future applications of electric flight. Key takeaways include the efficient propulsion…
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Bertrand Piccard on Hydrogen Aviation, Solar Impulse & the Future of Flight
Dr. Bertrand Picard discusses the evolution of aviation, the journey of Solar Impulse, the potential of hydrogen, and the impact of the Solar Impulse Foundation. He emphasizes the need for inspiring change, the limit of fuel, and the importance of climate impulse in driving innovation and...
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How Joby Aviation Flew an eVTOL 561 Miles on Liquid Hydrogen
The event begins with an introduction and overview, followed by a discussion of HYSKY Monthly and educational initiatives. HYSKY 2024 awards and giveaways are announced, and a raffle and group pictures are taken. Raffaele Russo presents on various topics related to hydrogen aviation, including…
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They’re Growing Human Organs?!
The conversation explores the intersection of quantum biology and bioenergetics, the process of organ manufacturing and cellularization, and the role of energy transfer in sustaining life. It delves into the significance of lab-manufactured organs, FDA approval for organ manufacturing, and the...
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Vertical Flight Society & FAA Case Study
The conversation covers the process of lobbying and advocating for the future vertical lift technology, including the formation of the Future Vertical Lift Program, advocacy efforts, strategic planning, and congressional engagement. It also includes an introduction and background, a session…
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The Most Important Innovation Isn’t Technology | Dean Kamen
Dean Kamen, a prolific inventor and entrepreneur, has made significant contributions to medical technology, engineering, and education. His impact extends beyond invention, with a focus on inspiring the next generation of innovators. The conversation covers Dean's influence on science and...
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PEO SOFSA: Mobile Hydrogen Production and Storage Assessment Event (AE)
The conversation covers an introduction to SOFWERX and SoftWorks, welcome remarks, and an introduction of technical leads. It then moves into a Q&A session focusing on hydrogen production and storage, clarification on award and funding, discussion on power capacity and technology requirements,...
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$250K vs $10M: The Hydrogen Breakthrough Nobody Saw Coming
The conversation with Chris McWhinney, CEO and founder of Millennium Reign Energy, covers the introduction of the company, the development of hydrogen fueling infrastructure, certification and compliance, early beginnings and innovation, understanding electrolyzers, cost reduction and...
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How an Engineer Worked His Way Up to CEO
The conversation covers David's career trajectory, transition to Robinson Helicopter, partnership with Unither Bioelectronics, and the manufacturing and robotics initiatives at Robinson. It delves into his journey from aspiring astronaut to becoming the CEO of Robinson Helicopter, the strategic...
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The Craziest Advice from an Aerospace CEO
The conversation delves into the legacy of Piasecki Aircraft Corporation's pioneering work in vertical lift and aviation, highlighting the birth of the tandem helicopter, the transition to Piasecki Aircraft Corporation, and the broader impact of innovation beyond aviation. It also explores the...
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Shocking Tech for Tactical Edge Energy Production in Contested Logistics
The conversation covers the introduction and announcements, the introduction of Erik Limpaecher and Tactical EDGE technology, the history of hydrogen aviation and military applications, the advantages of hydrogen as a fuel source, EDGE technology and aluminum-fueled hydrogen production, military...
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The Surprising Truth About Digital Consciousness and Immortality
The conversation delves into the concept of digital consciousness and its intersection with humanity. It explores the philosophy, inspirations, and vision behind the idea of virtually human, providing insights into the future of technology and consciousness. The conversation delves into the…
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#13 HYSKY Pod: David Smith | Hydrogen Helicopters | Robinson Helicopter Company
David Smith, CEO of Robinson Helicopter, joins Danielle on the HYSKY Pod to talk about the real-world challenges of running one of the world’s most iconic helicopter companies — and what the future of rotorcraft could look like. In this episode, David opens up about: His path from aviation…
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#12 HYSKY Pod: Josh McMorrow | Hydrogen Is Liquid Electricity | GenH2 & Path2 Hydrogen
Josh McMorrow, CEO of Path to Hydrogen and Executive Chairman of Gen H2, joins Danielle on the HYSKY Pod for a deep-dive conversation about the future of hydrogen — from aerospace to energy infrastructure. In this episode, Josh shares: His journey from Houston lawyer to hydrogen visionary How Gen...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
The HySky Pod dives into the pioneers, technologies, and bold ideas shaping the future of hydrogen-powered aviation. Hosted by Danielle McLean, founder of HySky Society—a nonprofit accelerating zero-carbon flight—this show explores everything from liquid hydrogen, fuel cells, and cryogenic storage to drones, UAVs, helicopters, eVTOLs, fixed-wing aircraft, and the entire advanced air mobility (AAM) ecosyst
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