# Trailblazing Testbet Aircraft This Embraer 170 is Equipped With Light Detection & Ice-Phobic Paint By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2016-07-09 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/testbed-aircraft References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/boeing-ecodemonstrator-testbed-embraer/44236/) & [boeing.mediaroom](http://boeing.mediaroom.com/2016-07-07-Boeing-Embraer-Unveil-Newest-ecoDemonstrator-Aircraft) Globally renowned aeronautics and aerospace engineering giant [Boeing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boeing-distribution) has developed an extraordinarily important testbed aircraft that is designed to ease the various complications that arise when engineers try to figure out how to [make aircraft more efficient](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aircraft-engine-testing) in their functioning, effectively making them more eco-friendly. The testbed aircraft in question is essentially a modified version of an Embraer E170, and is part of Boeing's highly vaunted ecoDemonstrator program. The craft is set to be fitted with a whole array of technologies including LIDAR (Light Detection and Ranging), which make sit possible to use lasers to measure a variety of air parameters in a hassle-free manner. It will also be coated with [ice-phobic paint](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paint-technology) that repels bugs and dirt to improve functioning and reduce the need for washing. This manipulated Embraer E170 is a highly important program in that it is bidding to make air travel more efficient, more eco-friendly and more safe. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 37% | Activity: 35% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Eco-friendly Aircraft:** Developing aircraft technologies that make air travel more efficient and eco-friendly. - **LIDAR Technology:** Utilizing LIDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) for measuring air parameters in aircraft. - **Ice-phobic Paint:** Using ice-phobic paint to improve aircraft functioning and reduce maintenance needs. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Aeronautics:** Applying innovative technologies in aeronautics to create more environment-friendly aircraft. - **Aerospace Engineering:** Incorporating LIDAR technology in aerospace engineering for improved air parameter measurement. - **Coating and Paint Manufacturing:** Producing ice-phobic paints for the aviation industry to enhance aircraft efficiency and reduce maintenance. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Decarbonizing Demonstrator Aircraft](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/demonstrator-aircraft.md) - [Enhanced Efficiency Aircrafts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/phantom-3500.md) - [Range-Roving Electric Aircrafts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-aircrafts.md) - [Reduced Drag Aircrafts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crane-program.md) - [Futuristic Bladeless Planes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jetopetra.md) - [Eco-Focused Airline Initiatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alaska-airlines1.md) - [Noiseless Electric Aircrafts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-aircraft-technology.md) - [Zero-Emission Solar-Powered Aircrafts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/falcon-horizon.md) - [Avian African Aircraft Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aircraft-concepts.md)