Research Aircraft Flies With Innovative Drag Reduction System
A NASA F-15B research aircraft is helping to test a new technology that could make commercial jets more fuel-efficient. The Crossflow Attenuated Natural Laminar Flow (CATNLF) system, mounted on the underbelly of the aircraft, aims to reduce drag and fuel burn by increasing laminar flow. According to NASA, this technology could save millions of dollars per unit annually and reduce emissions. The test flights, which are set to begin in the coming weeks, are part of NASA’s Advanced Air Transport Technology project. This development was first reported by AeroTime.