Economics

Cargolux exploring new Zeppelin technology

Luxembourg freight airline Cargolux has signed a memorandum of understanding with US company Aeroscraft Corporation to explore the use of Zeppelin-style aircraft in the cargo sector.

15.12.2013

(CS) Luxembourg freight airline Cargolux has signed a memorandum of understanding with US company Aeroscraft Corporation to explore the use of Zeppelin-style aircraft in the cargo sector.

Aeroscraft Corporation (Aeros) has developed the so-called Aeroscraft, a lighter-than-air aircraft, which uses jet engines for vertical take-off and landing, as well as specialised helium compression technology, making it possible to take-off and land without external ballast.