Since all of the Boeing ecoDemonstrator program's platforms have flown on sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) since the program's inception in 2012.
Boeing is testing three dozen technologies, commencing in May 2024 using a 777-200ER jet as a part of its ecoDemonstrator program to strengthen operational efficiency and sustainability in cabin interiors.
Starting in May 2024, Boeing ecoDemonstrator program is evaluating three dozen technologies on a 777-200ER (Extended Range) jet to improve operational efficiency and sustainability in cabin interiors.
The Boeing ecoDemonstrator projects includes:
Airport operations: Testing to enable single-engine taxi and digital taxi clearances to reduce fuel use and enhance safety by reducing pilot workload
Airport noise: Quantifying the benefits of flight operation procedures, like steeper glide slope and continuous descent approach, to reduce community noise, fuel use and emissions
Waste-reducing materials: Lighter, recyclable and more durable floor coverings and recycled carbon fiber ceiling panels – both made with 25% bio-based resin
Noise and weight reduction: Cabin insulation to better reduce noise and regulate humidity and temperature, and fabric-covered acoustic panels for the bulkhead and galley
Future cabin concepts: Economy and business class seats with sensors that detect if someone is seated during taxi, takeoff and landing which can improve safety, and reduce crew workload and downtime for maintenance; a touchless water conservation lavatory; and galley technologies to make cabin service more efficient and reduce food waste
“The Boeing ecoDemonstrator program helps us make tangible improvements to our products – allowing us to reduce the environmental impacts of flying, improve the in-flight experience and strengthen the safety of our airplanes,” said Stephanie Pope, president and CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes. “We’re grateful for the many partnerships within aviation and beyond who help us turn the seemingly impossible into reality.”
Since all of the Boeing ecoDemonstrator program’s platforms have flown on sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) since the program’s inception in 2012. Notably in 2024, the flagship airplane will fly on a 30/70 blend of SAF and conventional jet fuel.
“The ecoDemonstrator program is among our most iconic flight demonstrators, having tested 250 technologies since it first took flight in 2012,” said Brian Moran, Boeing Chief Sustainability Officer. “This year’s testing of various cabin interiors aims to help solve for the portion of our airplanes that is not reusable or recyclable while also reducing fuel use and crew workload.”, he added.
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At the 2024 Aircraft Interiors Expo in Hamburg, Germany from May 22-24 Four of the cabin technologies will be featured.
Q – What is Boeing ecoDemonstrator Program?
A. – It’s Boeing’s initiative to test and showcase innovative technologies for aircraft sustainability, passenger experience, and operational efficiency.
