FACC to Produce Split Scimitar Winglets for Boeing 737NG
FACC AG has secured a contract with Aviation Partners Boeing to manufacture new Split Scimitar Winglets for Boeing 737 Next Generation aircraft. The order encompasses deliveries for over 3,000 aircraft over the next five years.
Aerospace component manufacturer FACC AG has received an order from Aviation Partners Boeing (APB) for the production of Split Scimitar Winglets. These new winglets, based on FACC's existing Blended Winglet design, are offered as a retrofit for Boeing 737 Next Generation aircraft. The contract is valued in the three-digit million euro range and covers shipments for more than 3,000 aircraft over a five-year period.
The Split Scimitar Winglets are designed to improve aerodynamic efficiency and reduce fuel consumption. They incorporate an aerodynamically shaped Scimitar winglet tip and a Scimitar-tipped Ventral Strake. Aviation Partners Boeing states these enhancements can lead to fuel savings, increased range, and greater payload capacity.
FACC has a history of collaboration with APB and was also responsible for developing and manufacturing the Split Scimitar Winglet prototype. The prototype was built within three months, and subsequent flight tests demonstrated significant fuel-saving potential. APB and FACC estimate that a Boeing 737-800 equipped with the winglets could save over 45,000 gallons of jet fuel annually, with a corresponding reduction in carbon dioxide emissions.
The contract marks a significant business win for FACC, reinforcing its role as a supplier in the aerospace sector. FACC will manage the development, design, manufacturing, and tooling for the Split Scimitar Winglets. The successful flight test results confirm the potential operational and environmental benefits for airlines.