The aviation sector has made important contributions to society and the global economy over the past century. However, as air traffic has grown, so has its environmental impact. CO₂ emissions from aviation have more than doubled since the mid-1990s. The sector is now one of the fastest-growing sources of greenhouse gas emissions contributing to global climate change.
Embedded within the Flying Vision Accelerator program, the Thesis Lab will collaborate with important stakeholders in the sector to develop multidisciplinary insights that accelerate the transition to sustainable aviation. The Lab will identify barriers and propose solutions to overcome these challenges. Additionally, the Lab will serve as a platform to inspire collaboration within the aviation sector.
More details on the topics/challenges and possible research questions will be provided in the promotional booklet, which will be published here when application opens on September 15th!
Main Challenge
How can design, technological innovation, new business models and legislation help the aerospace industry reduce its impact on the environment?
Caseholders
Flying Vision sees a future world where aviation is finally sustainable. Flying Vision is an initiative of Delft University of Technology, Airbus, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines and the Royal NLR. The initiative aims to develop an open and innovative ecosystem and co-operates on: the development of new types of aeroplanes that are very energy-efficient, the utilisation of 100% renewable energy, climate-neutral logistic operations in the aviation sector, the implications of sustainable aviation for passengers, and related matters.
Airbus is a leader in designing, manufacturing and delivering aerospace products, services and solutions to customers on a worldwide scale. As the largest aeronautics and space company in Europe, Airbus designs, produces and delivers innovative solutions with the aim to create a better-connected, safer and more prosperous world.
NLR is the connecting link between science, industry and government for the aerospace sector. It supports the sector by developing and applying advanced technologies for innovative products and applications. NLR aims to make aerospace more sustainable, safer, more efficient and more effective.
