JetZero founders Mark Page and Tom O'Leary discuss the future of air travel.

California-based JetZero is developing a Blended-Wing JetLiner that cuts fuel-burn and emissions by half. The ultra-efficient airplane solves the mid-market paradox - it doesn’t require new engines to fill the mid-market gap. Powered by existing narrow-body engines, the JetZero Blended Wing can fly Narrowbody, Mid-Market, and Widebody missions. The versatility of the configuration also makes it a compelling Strategic Tanker with twice the reach of today’s Tankers. The design is well suited to eventual adaption to hydrogen propulsion. This future configuration would provide a true zero emissions aircraft.

[Derpster]

I like the roof windows. Also, this aircraft could accommodate a jacuzzi and a ball pit.

[nfr]

Now that is effective communication! It is certainly preaching to the choir for me - yet I still feel like I've been converted/convinced.
What a great message, perfectly put.

[silentblackhole]

awesome idea thats been around since WWII. a key challenge will be how to ground operations, docking for passengers, dimensions to fit in airports etc. Keep it up, this needs o happen.

[caponekiky]

Someone should like this when it goes public for investors

[andrewwilde]

What’s the projected passenger capacity for commercial model, and what is the estimated fuel range with the hydrogen tanks?
How will pilot training differ for this aircraft opposed to traditional body styles? Will different certificates or licenses be required during initial training (private, instrument, commercial?) Is there a place for one to sign up for such a pilot program oriented toward this aircraft?

Edit: Here’s what I found:

It's designed to replace the Boeing 767, aiming to carry at least 250 passengers and to offer a range over 5, 000 nautical miles (5, 754 miles, 9, 260 km). While the 767's wingspan goes to around 170 ft (52 m), the Z-5 will be nearly 200 ft (61 m) wide. It'll still work, though, at any airport that can handle an Airbus A330.

[عبدالغني-بص]

S imply beautiful. I hope they get all the support they deserve, men like these change the world.

[stickynorth]

I can't wait to see these flying across the world soon!

[coldsteel]

The host needs to recheck his math. 50% more efficient means that it uses 33% less fuel, not 50%.

[sandro.fontana]

As an aircraft pilot I feel very happy to see these innovations. I will be alive for the spring of the results of excellent teams like this! After flying aircraft like the Boeing 777 and Airbus 321, it would be an honor to join a team with a project of this level (just dreaming), especially if they manage to achieve it. the level of electric motorization.

[alfredjrk]

Hello there Mark Page. I've joined JetZero channel from now.

[xingx]

so how compatible is this shape at current commercial airports

[MrVliegfreak]

How this airplane in goeing to rotate at Vr with the aft gear position is a enigma.

[nirjharbhatnaagar]

...One thought is that ...if hydrogen cells or fuel is introduced ..why not use the water in the upper atmosphere or clouds....as they are already much refined and purified as a fuel source and mix it with rapid generation of hydrogen and pass it through sub ramjet style fuel injection and burning systems for efficiency and super long range. ...I love this stuff.
My greetings to you for showing us this amazing developments.
~Regards and Namaste~

[ArizonaPoet]

My belief is windows are obsolete for passengers. Walls ceilings can be LED screens with a variety of camera angles.

[Atanjeo]

Awesome project & perfect for a tanker. Congratulations on the successful financing by Air Force!! But passenger evacuation of a blended wing body in an emergency at a time frame of 90 sec (Boeing 767 size) could be a very difficult challenge in the highly regulated industry. Because of the aircraft's shape, the seating layout shurely would be more theatre-style instead of tubular. This imposes inherent limits on the number of exit doors, especially when the whole thing is tightened because of the massiv hydrogen tanks arranged laterally inside the passenger body. Have you really found a solution for that?

[josega]

Very Nice!
I can't understand why turbines are in the upper side of the 'Blended Wing': Yeah or yes, the turbulence linked to anything similar to a Delta Wing Planform, higher at higher angles of attack, will hit the turbine intakes.
Definitely, the approach I like more for turbine intakes is that of ill-fated DeHavilland 'Comet'

There were some German jet Fighters and Bomber designs with a Delta Wing Planform, with a turbine in the rear upper side, but as far as I know, never went beyond drawings stage.
Sorry, I have no Wind Tunnel to check this.
Blessings +

[cheapscotsman]

I might work with the newer next generation turbfans

[TheCheech]

I’m studying to get my associates in general engineering and I’ll be finishing my bachelors in aerospace engineering 2026. I would love to work with you guys.

[GrowthGuided]

50% of the fuel can’t be the only marketing ploy. Please sell us on spacious seating and high ceilings onboard ❤❤❤❤

[Crabonoe]

I’m excited, but I doubt this will actually happen