The Bombardier CSeries jet is proof that Canada's token airplane manufacturer is series about going green. Analysts are predicting that the line of more environmentally-friendly planes will be a tremendous success.
Head of Bombardier, Pierre Beaudoin, is confident the commercial CSeries jets will “revolutionize†the 100-149 passenger market. Bombardier claims the design is “the greenest of its class†at 20% more fuel-efficiency than their top competitors.
“We are engaged in active and very promising discussions with a number of airlines worldwide,†Beaudoin said of the planes, part of which will be manufactured in Quebec.
The province's premier, Jean Charest, says the new jets will create thousands of new jobs in the province.
“It's the entire Quebec economy that will benefit, not just Montreal but the regions as well,†Charest said.
The CSeries will likely be embraced quickly, with soaring gas prices, a more fuel-efficient engine will help keep wallets fuller, and the environment more protected.
The images in the gallery are of the CRJ1000 prototype plane at the Bombardier plant in Mirabel, Que.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Green Aviation
- Bombardier's eco-friendly CSeries jet is proof that greener airplanes are possible and this trend will continue to grow in the aviation industry
- Fuel Efficiency
- Increased fuel efficiency is the next disruptive innovation opportunity for airplane manufacturers as airlines seek to reduce operating costs and minimize their carbon footprint
- Lightweight Materials
- Airplane manufacturers are exploring the use of lightweight materials such as carbon fiber to increase fuel efficiency and sustainability
Where This Applies
- Aviation
- Bombardier's CSeries jet is disrupting the aviation industry by offering a fuel-efficient and eco-friendly alternative to traditional planes
- Manufacturing
- As airplane manufacturers continue to prioritize sustainability, the manufacturing industry will need to adapt and innovate in order to meet demand for new lightweight and fuel-efficient materials
- Clean Energy
- The development of cleaner and more efficient airplanes will require the use of clean energy sources, presenting an opportunity for the clean energy industry to partner with airplane manufacturers
