What are the most disruptive sustainability innovations today?

What are the most disruptive sustainability innovations today?

by | Nov 15, 2024 | Innovation, Sustainability, Video

Next week, at Aerospace Tech Week Americas, Sangita Sharma, Director, Sustainable Skies Lab, Delta Air Lines will be speaking about accelerating the future of sustainable skies. With over a decade at Delta, Sharma now leads the first-of-its-kind airline innovation lab.

In this brief conversation, Sharma explained how the lab connects Delta’s almost 100 years of expertise and resources with new innovators testing fresh ideas. Reflecting on the origins of the lab, Sharma explained that while airlines have ambitious net zero by 2050 targets, the technology to achieve these goals “does not exist at scale today.” But, by pairing experience with cutting-edge technology and out-of-the-box thinkers, the lab can catalyse the development of impactful technologies.

Sharma’s involvement with the lab gives her valuable insight into the ground-breaking innovations on the front line of change in the industry. Watch the full conversation below for her perspective on the most disruptive technologies as well as striking a balance between short-term innovation and long term potential.

To learn more, join us for free next week at Aerospace Tech Week Americas to catch the full session!

Questions asked include:

  1. Can you explain the significance of the Sustainable Skies Lab?
  2. What are some of the most disruptive sustainability innovations we are seeing at the movement?
  3. What do you see as some of the more immediate solutions and which areas do you see having more long-term potential?
  4. Apart from your session, what are you looking forward to at Aerospace Tech Week Americas

 

 

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Archer Aviation to bring its electric air taxis to Japan

Archer Aviation to bring its electric air taxis to Japan

by | Nov 8, 2024 | Innovation, Sustainability

Originally published on Movment

 

California-based electric flight start-up Archer Aviation has agreed to bring advanced air mobility services to Japan with Soracle, a joint venture between Japan Airlines and Sumitomo Corporation.

The company will dispatch 100 of its Midnight electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft as part of the $500 million deal.

Soracle plans to use the air taxis “in cities where existing ground transportation is constrained by traffic or geographic barriers,” the company said in the announcement.

Route locations for the eVTOLs could include Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya, Hokkaido, Setouchi and Okinawa.

“Japan is widely respected for its forward thinking approach to transportation and this investment into advanced air mobility is yet another example of that,” said Andrew Cummins, Senior Director of Business Development at Archer. “We’re proud to stand with Soracle ahead of this new era of flight—together, we are committed to bringing an innovative, sustainable and convenient transportation alternative to the country.”

Archer’s electric aircraft, Midnight, can travel at speeds up to 150 mph, requires minimal charge time in between flights, is100x quieter than a helicopter at cruising altitudes and can carry up to four passengers.

 

 

At Aerospace Tech Week Americas, Melissa McCaffrey, Archer Aviation’s Head of Government Affairs will be answering the question ‘Is industry ready for the developments in Advanced Air Mobility (AAM)?’ To watch the session live register for free now! 

 

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Turning pilot data “into gold” with Andrew Coleman, President & General Manager of GE Aerospace

Turning pilot data “into gold” with Andrew Coleman, President & General Manager of GE Aerospace

by | Nov 7, 2024 | Connectivity, Innovation, MRO IT, Video

At Aerospace Tech Week Americas, Andrew Coleman, President & General Manager of GE Aerospace, Software as a Service is sharing his expert insights on a connect aircraft panel. 

Ahead of the event which runs from 19-20th November, Coleman discussed the evolution of digital solutions and aircraft tech, using data to empower pilots and drive efficiency, leveraging new data sources for maintenance, and welcoming Leibherr into the Digital Alliance for Aviation.

During the conversation, Coleman demonstrated how delays with modern technology have spurred creative uses of aging systems. Ironically, working with dated planes that can be up to 35 years old, Coleman thinks we are “seeing more innovation now than ever.”

Looking at how the industry is using data to remain proactive, Coleman explained:

“Instead of just hoping and praying for a brand new engine or some brand new kind of fuel, our customers are leaning in hard to putting data in the hands of pilots right now. This shows them on every mission how you can fly more sustainably and more safely. Five years ago this was a little taboo […] So again, I, celebrate in a strange way the constraints as an opportunity to innovate in ways that maybe we wouldn’t have with just new stuff coming out.”

For more insights and the new data source that is “becoming gold,” watch the full interview now.

To hear Coleman’s insights in person, book your ticket for free now!

 

Questions asked include:

  • How are we seeing aircraft tech and digital solutions evolve? What is driving the change and what opportunities are being opened up?
  • What changes how you noticed with regards to flight efficiency?
  • The panel you are speaking on covers connected aircraft – can you provide some insight into what to expect from this?

 

 

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Unpacking the secret to efficiency: Inigo Arsuaga Espoz, FPT Software

Unpacking the secret to efficiency: Inigo Arsuaga Espoz, FPT Software

by | Nov 1, 2024 | AI & ML, Innovation, Sustainability, Video

At Aerospace Tech Week America, Inigo Arsuaga Espoz, Digital Transformation and Aviation Expert at FPT Software will be unpacking the secrets to efficiency in aviation. FPT Software is a global technology solutions provider, leading in digital transformation and IT consulting.

Ahead of the event which runs from 19-20th November in Atlanta, Arsuaga talked through what to expect at his upcoming session and shared his insights on the state of the industry with a particular focus on data, innovation, and sustainability.

Starting with an overview of recent progress, Arsuaga identified two major categories encapsulating the industry’s transformation: hardware advancements and software developments.

“The changes are coming in two different different fronts. One is hardware, like new propulsion systems, eVTOLs, hydrogen etc. The other side is software, this new world of AI/ML etc that can lead to automation of processes. But it can make some companies lose focus on their main goal which is moving passengers from A to B as efficiently and economically as possible.”

Arsuaga also explored the importance of data in driving innovation, challenges associated with talent retention, leveraging technology to enhance operational efficiency, and understanding sustainability as a driver. Watch the full conversation below to find out more.

To attend Inigo’s session ‘Achieving Efficiency in Aviation. FPT’s Journey to wisdom and Transformation’ in person, book your ticket now for free!

Questions asked include:

  1. Before we get into more detail on your session can we start with a broad overview of how you see the industry at the moment – what are the major challenges/opportunities emerging?
  2. How can the industry leverage data to drive innovation and growth?
  3. How do you see sustainability shaping aviation growth in the long term?
  4. Aside from your session, what are you most looking forward to at Aerospace Tech Week America?

 

 

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