Industry’s Credibility Is At Stake In Clean Aviation Project’s Goals

model aircraft

As part of an effort to shorten certification cycles for new technologies, the EU’s Clean Aviation project is testing an active wing model to suppress flutter. 

Credit: Thierry Dubois/AW&ST
The EU Clean Aviation research and technology project is striving to meet ambitious sustainability targets against an equally exacting timeline, but industry players are prioritizing new technologies that improve short-term competitiveness. Although the public recognizes the fast-changing economic...
Thierry Dubois

Thierry Dubois has specialized in aerospace journalism since 1997. An engineer in fluid dynamics from Toulouse-based Enseeiht, he covers the French commercial aviation, defense and space industries. His expertise extends to all things technology in Europe. Thierry is also the editor-in-chief of Aviation Week’s ShowNews. 

Guy Norris

Guy is a Senior Editor for Aviation Week, covering technology and propulsion. He is based in Colorado Springs.

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