Spirit AeroSystems Europe Delivers First Set of A320 Family RTM Spoilers
30 August 2021 - 5:16PM
Business Wire
Spirit AeroSystems (Europe) Limited (UK), a subsidiary of Spirit
AeroSystems Holdings, Inc. [NYSE: SPR], has successfully delivered
the first set of new advanced composite spoilers to Airbus for the
A320 Family. The spoilers are produced using Spirit’s pioneering
Resin Transfer Moulding (RTM) technology and are the first to
feature on a flying aircraft.
The redesigned spoiler is produced using a highly-automated
advanced manufacturing, out-of-autoclave process, resulting in
significantly improved manufacturing efficiencies, and reduced
energy and costs compared to the original, more traditional design.
Spirit is the first to industrialize this innovative composite
technology in the UK aerospace sector.
Scott McLarty, SVP Airbus Programs said: “This exciting
milestone is another example of Spirit’s leadership in the
development of innovative wing technologies and manufacturing
processes to meet our customers’ needs. We remain committed to
investing in the new technologies and processes required to deliver
a more sustainable aerospace industry and help meet the UK’s net
zero goals.”
The spoilers are produced in Spirit’s world-class manufacturing
facility in Prestwick, Scotland, using the latest automation and
robotics, which included investment from the Scottish Government in
the development of the technology. Such cost-effective technologies
and manufacturing processes will play a central role in the
development of the next generation of aircraft programs, and help
Spirit increase its competitive advantage in advanced
manufacturing.
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About Spirit AeroSystems Inc.
Spirit AeroSystems designs and builds aerostructures for both
commercial and defense customers. With headquarters in Wichita,
Kansas, Spirit operates sites in the U.S., U.K., Morocco, France
and Malaysia. The company’s core products include fuselages,
pylons, nacelles and wing components for the world’s premier
aircraft. Spirit AeroSystems focuses on affordable, innovative
composite and aluminum manufacturing solutions to support customers
around the globe. More information is available at
www.spiritaero.com.
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