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From biomimetic sensory aircraft seats, to IFE beamed directly in front of passengers’ eyes by optoelectronic technology, augmented reality and artificial intelligence, easyJet predicts major technological developments in the passenger experience over the next 50 years

There are many reasons for the commercial aviation industry to be positive, including a boost in passenger levels, and increasing orders for large aircraft which means MRO systems are now in hot demand. And there’s more to be optimistic about, says Rob Mather from IFS. The opportunities are there for the taking

Data allows us to make decisions based on a series of information points, and the faster that data can be accessed and analysed, the quicker intelligent actions can be taken. This is key to success across the whole industry, says Ryan Stone, president of SmartSky Networks

From augmented reality in engineering, to automated production, to autonomous aircraft, Amanda Simpson, Airbus Americas’ VP of research & technology, sees technology playing an ever-larger role in aerospace. She also predicts women playing a much larger role at every level of the industry