Leonardo C-27J Spartan Demonstrates Fuel-Reducing Tech

The military transport aircraft was used as a flying test bed to showcase innovative wing configurations and technology.

Kimberly Johnson

Monday, February 19, 2024 at 04:28 PM ET

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A C-27J in Clean Sky 2 configuration. [Courtesy: Leonardo]

Key Takeaways:

Leonardo demonstrated innovative morphing wingtips and winglets on a C-27J Spartan military transport aircraft during a debut flight.
This technology aims to significantly reduce fuel consumption and CO2 emissions for future regional aircraft by optimizing performance in real-time.
The development and in-flight demonstration are part of the European Clean Sky 2 program, coordinated by Leonardo with over 100 partners, marking a key step in sustainable aviation.

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A Leonardo C-27J Spartan military transport has been used to demonstrate technology aimed at slashing fuel consumption of regional aircraft, the Italian manufacturer said Monday.

During a debut flight at Turin-Caselle Airport (LIMF), the C-27J flying test bed was used to showcase innovative wingtips and morphing winglets capable of changing shape during flight, Leonardo said Monday.