Safran Invests in Next-Generation Avionics for Future Narrowbody Aircraft
Safran is making a significant investment to develop the next generation of avionics for future narrowbody airliners. The initiative focuses on creating a new integrated modular avionics (IMA) platform to support more autonomous flight operations and reduce pilot workload. This technology is a critical step towards enabling potential single-pilot cockpits in the future. The investment positions Safran as a key contender to supply the advanced flight decks for the eventual successors to the Airbus A320 and Boeing 737 families. The project will leverage Safran's existing technologies while also incorporating innovation from startups.
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