The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) annual meeting in Las Vegas has been a busy place since the show’s opening this morning, with many of the sector’s key players stopping by GE Aviation’s exhibit stand – where Nexcelle has its first official participation at this important industry event.
Our presence at NBAA is allowing Nexcelle to highlight some of the technologies that will be applied in the nacelle and thrust reverser we are developing for the GE Passport 20 engine, which is to power the Bombardier Global 7000 and 8000 business jets.
This new integrated propulsion system includes such features as the Directed Flow Nozzle deicing system – which requires less mass flow and brings significant weight savings, along with a laminar flow inlet to improve aerodynamics and reduce weight.
Another key technology being applied to the Passport 20 is the thrust reverser’s moveable kicker plate – which smoothes the airflow during forward flight, improving specific fuel consumption while maintaining excellent reverse thrust performance.
Another area of focus is the application of composite materials, with the content increasing to some 75 percent in the nacelle. In addition to conventional graphite epoxy, we are now working to introduce new materials that could include new high temperature-resistant composites.
Nexcelle is on track with our technology roadmaps as we move ahead with GE Aviation in developing the Passport 20 integrated propulsion system for the business aviation market.
- My video clip from the NBAA exhibit floor highlights Nexcelle’s presence at the show.
