Boeing Unveils 777-200ER SAF Demonstrator

Boeing has unveiled the latest test platform for its long-running ecoDemonstrator environmental research initiative: a 777-200ER (extended range).

Thom Patterson

Tuesday, June 21, 2022 at 01:01 PM ET

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Boeing’s 777-200ER test platform has been painted with a special ecoDemonstrator livery, celebrating the program’s 10th anniversary. [Courtesy: Boeing]

Key Takeaways:

Boeing launched its 10th ecoDemonstrator program, using a 777-200ER to test new technologies aimed at reducing aviation's environmental impact.
The long-running initiative focuses on developing innovations to cut carbon emissions, boost operational efficiency, and enhance safety, with approximately a third of tested projects being integrated into Boeing products.
Projects on the new 777 test platform include SMART vortex generators for aerodynamic efficiency, water conservation systems, 3D-printed components, environmentally friendly refrigerants, and continued sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) analysis.
The ecoDemonstrator program is a key part of Boeing's commitment, alongside other industry players, to achieve net-zero carbon emissions in commercial aviation by 2050.

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Boeing (NYSE: BA) unveiled this week the latest test platform for its long-running ecoDemonstrator environmental research initiative: a 777-200ER (extended range).

This marks the 10th year of the program, which boasts testing 230 projects on nine airplanes, including this year’s jet. Research on the various technologies has helped reduce carbon aircraft emissions, improve operational efficiency, and increase safety, according to Boeing.