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WestJet and Aero Design Labs work to improve airflow for the Boeing 737 NG
Boeing 737-700
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Rafael Ramos
6/14/2022
Canadian company WestJet announced a partnership with engineering firm Aero Design Labs to create a series of modifications to the Boeing 737 NG to improve the flow of air through the aircraft.
Aero design Labs uses advanced fluid mechanics software to find points where less drag could be generated, decreasing the aircraft's fuel consumption as well as reducing carbon emissions.
“With one of the youngest and most efficient fleets in North America, WestJet continues to make significant investments to make air travel more sustainable,” said Diederik Pen, WestJet's Chief Operating Officer.
The developed product works as a “bodykit”, improving airflow in turbulent parts, such as in the fairing of the mechanism that activates the flaps. Called ADRS 1 (Aerodynamic Drag Reduction System 1), the device must be approved by the end of the year 2022.
The device is still in testing, and companies have not yet revealed its cost or savings.
“We are delighted that WestJet, as the largest 737NG operator in Canada, has chosen to partner with ADL as a launch customer for the 737-700 using our ADRS1 Kit we developed for the 737NG family. WestJet clearly shares our enthusiasm and belief in reducing carbon emissions. This begins the journey today towards WestJet’s commitment to net zero carbon emissions by 2050.” Said Chris Jones, commercial director of Aero Design Labs.
Image: Aero Design Labs
Image: Aero Design Labs
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Rafael Ramos
Aviation enthusiast from an early age, he had his first contacts with the area developing that good old habit of spending dozens of hours in front of the screens of Micrsoft Flight Simulator and other simulators. With a solid background in various technological areas, including engineering and chemistry, Rafael has rejoined aviation as editor and author of articles and materials on our portal, providing invaluable help to the dynamics and expansion of the website and the aeronautical community, bringing us the news and updates so indispensable for us to remain current in our area of operation.
   
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