File:20230913 Bee-Plane - Short Description v10-2.pptx

Summary

The Bee-Plane project, coordinated by Technoplane SAS and in collaboration with academic and financial partners, aims to revolutionize medium-range aircraft design by introducing a detachable fuselage. Targeting a 50% reduction in flight costs, the project focuses on optimizing operating logistics and fuel consumption using current engine technology. The detachable component, referred to as the "Basket," offers versatile applications, including serving as a mobile hospital and water bomber. The project is seeking new partners and funding from both industrial and public sectors. It's a R&D initiative with an open innovation model, under Lesser Open Bee License 1.3 covering patents and design. The plane will have a carbon body, electronic wiring, and aims for noise reduction. It is designed to accommodate 220 passengers in a 3+4+3 seat configuration. Information and work from academic partners are available on their wiki site.