World’s First Hydrogen-Powered Flying Boat will be Launched in Dubai

February 03, 2022
Current Context: The World’s first hydrogen-powered flying boat will be launched in Dubai, UAE.
World’s First Hydrogen-Powered Flying Boat will be Launched in Dubai
  • It is named ‘THE JET’.
  • ‘THE JET’ will be launched by THE JET ZeroEmission, which is the firm in Dubai.
  • It is having cutting-edge characteristics and is built with advanced technologies.
  • It is having two fuel cells, environment-friendly technologies which will help to reduce carbon emissions.
  • It can fly in silent mode over the waters at a cruising speed of 40 knots.
  • It can carry 8-12 passengers.
  • The announcement was made after the partnership among Swiss startup THE JET ZeroEmission, UAE-based Zenith Marine Services, and US-based DWYN.
  • It will have its first flight during the COP28 which is to be held in Dubai, UAE in 2023.

Question: 

Q.1 Where will be World’s first hydrogen-powered flying boat named ‘THE JET’ launch be?
a. Texas, China
b. Beijing, China
c. Paris, France
d. Dubai, UAE

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