Abstract. This article provides an overview of the European Clean Aviation innovative scientific and technical programme, its key thrusts, shows some intermediate results, presents a list of projects, products and technologies being developed. The purpose of the article is to describe the essence of current trends in the aviation industry, review innovative solutions and technologies used to reduce the harmful environmental impact of air transport. The authors conclude that the Clean Aviation joint initiative, as an example of public-private and regional cooperation, makes a significant contribution to the implementation of long-term goals to achieve zero emissions by 2050.

Keywords: Clean Aviation programme, public-private partnership, innovative technologies, hydrogen and hybrid-electric power plants, regional aviation, short medium range aircraft.