Airbus opens new Wing Technology centre at Filton site

Airbus opened new Wing Technology Development Centre at Filton site to build and test demonstrators for a range of programmes and research projects. The new facility will help Airbus accelerate the design, build and testing of wings for next generation aircraft, by using the latest technology and world-leading demonstrators to further improve the performance of its wings. Alongside engine optimisation, making wings longer, leaner and lighter is one of the biggest opportunities to improve fuel efficiency, reduce CO2 and ultimately work towards the aviation industry’s ambition to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050. Sue Partridge, Head of Filton site