Hybrid Laminar Flow Control To Debut On787 Stretch

Credit: Boeing
Boeing will introduce a form of hybrid laminar flow control to help cut drag on the stretched 787-9, marking the first application of this technology on a large commercial transport aircraft. The move is one of several innovations planned to improve performance of the 787-9 which, despite having the...

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