All winglets are designed with the same goal: reduce drag, improve fuel efficiency and extend range. And they’re succeeding. Winglets are estimated to have saved billions of gallons of jet fuel.
As leaders in the game since the 1990s, we are deeply familiar with the advancements and accomplishments in winglet technology across the aviation industry. The blended winglet is the most common type used today on both business and commercial jets.
“The blended winglet was an improvement both aesthetically and in performance over previous, more angular transition winglets,” said API President Gary Dunn. “API pioneered the blended winglet and the industry norm of retrofitting winglets to existing business and commercial aircraft.”
Aviation Partners’ designed Blended Winglets and Split Scimitar Winglets reduce the wingtip vortex, resulting in less drag, lower fuel burn and superior climb and cruise characteristics.
We were honored to be featured in a recent Aviation Week article covering the history, achievements and future outlook of winglets in our industry. Aviation Partners is proud to play a significant role in business aviation’s commitment to sustainability.
Read the full article “Winglets Evolve To Boost Efficiency Across Aircraft Spectrum” in Aviation Week.
