On the opening day of the Paris Air Show, Boeing outlined a roster of leading-edge technologies with the potential to make the flying experience more comfortable and exciting, as well as making airplanes more economical and efficient.

“We really feel that we’ve taken our airplane designs to the next level,” said Mike Sinnett, vice president of product development, Boeing Commercial Airplanes. “For nearly 100 years, Boeing has delivered market-leading innovations to airlines around the world. Our latest technological advancements reinforce our commitment to innovation leadership.”

Sinnett described innovations in operational efficiency, connectivity, advanced materials, cabin experience and advanced technologies that demonstrate Boeing’s market-leading focus on future technology. Boeing’s focus on innovation also extends to its production systems and the services it provides to airline customers.

The advances Boeing has in development include:

• Analytics-driven operations
• Integrated sound and light inside the cabin that allow airlines to reinforce branding and present information to passengers
• Advances in natural laminar flow to improve fuel efficiency
• Stronger, lightweight and more durable materials to reduce airplane weight
• Sustainable fuels that reduce emissions
• Alternative propulsion systems that integrate advanced concepts and improve the aerodynamics of future designs
• Advanced, automated manufacturing techniques utilizing the latest technology
• Entirely paperless flight deck

“We’re building on gains we’ve made on our newest airplanes to raise the bar for our next generation of airplanes,” Sinnett said. “We make investments in technology that deliver superior value for our customers and for Boeing.”