The EcoJet | The Blended Wing Body (BWB) 101

Explore the evolution of aerodynamics and revolutionary aircraft design in this episode. From the foundational laws of flight to the development of cutting-edge aircraft prototypes, witness how Bombardier’s innovation is shaping the future of the industry.

Gain insights into traditional aircraft structures and the crucial role of aerodynamics in lift generation. Delve deep into the paradigm shift with Bombardier's patented blended-wing-body (BWB) design, leveraged in our EcoJet research project.

The more organic shape of the BWB design offers substantial advantages, including enhanced fuel efficiency and emissions reduction. Explore how this innovative configuration optimizes aerodynamics, efficiently distributes lift along the fuselage, and supports smaller engines, driving sustainability in business aviation.

[chronablitz]

Gorgeous Aircraft
Can't wait to see this at a air show one day

[rickintexas]

What a beautiful looking machine. I have not seen innovation like this in the commercial aircraft industry in a long time.

[TheOz]

The blended wing body has been in research for decades but this gives me hope that somebody actually will build one. The concept for a long time had been that of super jumbo BWB airliners that can carry 1000+ people while having the same footprint as current widebodies though Bombardier here is thinking "what if we make it smaller? You know, something we can actually build, sell, and prove that it can work, like really work?"

[jokerace]

I like the shaping of it. Looks as though it might even handle a shorter runway than most other private jets.

[oadka]

Sounds like a good idea. Bizjet is a good size to experiment.

[WxOkie]

When is this coming to Microsoft Flight Simulator?

[WildBanana]

One huge benefit of this twin top mounted Turbo Fan ENGINE is dramatically reduced Foreign Object damage prevention from FOD on the ramp and even in flight via Birds I really like this design of passenger jet and the known fuel efficiency gains and wider passenger seating arrangement etc. With modern avionics helping preventing stall recovery conditions I feel this design is ready for production and only the legal insurance cost factors prevent these newer Blended wing designs from making it to market in the USA. American government should help pave the way to ensuring these newer aircraft designs have the aviation safety regulation management to clear the path to commercial success.

[AerialWaviator]

Are the two models of jets shown at 1:25 calibrated in scale so as to carry the same number of passengers, or offer the same volume for cargo?
Asking, as the EcoJet appears to be ~70 percent the scale of the traditional Bombardier aircraft next to it. Showing cutaway, seat layout, or just general block area layout (cockpit, passenger, storage areas) would really help to provide context.

[TheBigDirtNap]

I want to see a blended wing 4 seater kit aircraft?

[trsu]

Does reducing power needed to propel the craft through the air, allowing smaller engines mean longer takeoffs (less powerful engines will accelerate the craft's mass more slowly from rest), or does this design also reduce takeoff speed? Perhaps in this market segment, there is already runway to spare?

[gabrielexplores]

Getting close to the B-2 shape.. Maybe another 40 years...

[joepopplewell]

Any numbers? How much more efficient is it?

[anthonycyr]

They couldn't make the c series profitable without help, so I can't see this concept ever fly..

[stickynorth]

Love it! Pair it with a hydrogen-electric set up and Taylor Swift's MASSIVE carbon footprint could be a thing of the past!

[timbrady]

With a shorty fuselage/body, emergency exits will be an issue for airliner concepts… might have to have doors that open through the floor to get down to the tarmac?

[eFullStack]

Does anyone notice that the windows on this machine are shaped like squares?

[gus]

🎶 My name is Bombardier Incorporated, but you can call me, "Bombardier." 😎✌️

[marionetteworks]

I really hope Bombardier can bring this machine to life, the sad reality being that it takes billions of dollars of investment and that can only be provided by government in Canada. Taxpayers don't have a lot of patience for pouring billions into years-long projects without a guaranteed outcome, so this is a long-term battle. The A220 still isn't profitable despite being the best in its class, what would public opinion be if Canada was still funding this project on its own? I want our aviation industry to succeed independently, but the US and EU just have so much more capacity to subsidize their own industries.

[Kent]

Imagine, Taking Flight tips from birds.

[tsuchan]

I would have thought that was a pretty bad 2-minute-video to sell an aircraft concept... starting with B&W images of some ancient history, remarkably little to enthuse us of the Ecojet, and the reminder that for what they've done today will be better in the next version.