HYNAERO,a start-up from Bordeaux (France), and ONERA (The French Aerospace Lab) have signed a protocol for a collaboration in the development of the Fregate-F100 amphibious water bomber aircraft

The protocole, signed on 31/05/2024, formalizes the intent of both companies to collaborate on the Fregate-F100 program during the development phases of the aircraft, in the areas of MDAO concept design, applied aerodynamics, human-machine interface, flight control technologies, ground vibration testing, mission systems and big data management.

"We are delighted to formalize this partnership with ONERA, a world-renowned institution for its aerospace expertise", says Cedric Savineau, co-founder and CTO of HYNAERO. "This agreement represents a significant scientific and engineering support, which will allow for a major step forward in the next phases of our aircraft program.".

Franck Lefevre, ONERA's General Technical Director, commented: "HYNAERO's new-generation amphibious aircraft project, operating in very demanding flight envelope, represents a real challenge for our scientific teams. As an aeronautical expert, ONERA, under the supervision of the DGA, conducts applied research and systems studies to meet the technological challenges of French industry and enhance its competitiveness."