On Tuesday, StandardAero announced their partnership with Green Taxi Solutions (GTS), backed by a $5.6 million grant from the FAA. The collaboration between the aviation service company and GTS looks to spearhead development of the “Zero Engine Taxi.”

A viable electric taxiing system would reduce fuel consumption, brake and engine wear and tear, and noise output while taxiing.

The proposed system would allow aircraft to taxi using only their auxiliary power unit (APU) to power electric motors on the landing gear wheels. GTS says the system will save 80,000 gallons of fuel and $250,000 per aircraft annually.

Former fighter pilot and GTS founder David Valaer emphasized the importance of teamwork between industry partners in a statement.

“This partnership with StandardAero positions us fo

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