To demonstrate its commitment to sustainability, Pilatus Aircraft is partnering with Austria-based cabin materials manufacturer F/List on the display next week at NBAA-BACE of a PC-24 cabin mockup designed with environmentally friendly materials.
The mockup will mark the debut of F/List’s plant-based oil wood veneer finish, which minimizes the release of harmful volatile organic compounds into the environment while enhancing the appearance of the wood. It is engineered for durability and scratch resistance, requiring minimal maintenance.
The eco-friendly demonstrator will allow the Swiss airframer to introduce showgoers to the next generation of sustainable interior materials available to outfit its jet interiors. Its furnishings highlight a variety of F/List products including wood veneers, engineered Linfinium countertop derived from plant oil and marble fragments, F/Lab Aenigma bulkhead created from recycled stone dust, synthetic “Whisper” leather lower side panel, and Fresco Décor upper side panel.
“We are excited to showcase how the F/LAB materials harmonize to bring sustainability, style, and sophistication into the cabin,” stated F/List CEO Katharina List-Nagl. “The PC-24…mockup exemplifies the original thinking, manufacturing excellence, and innovative spirit of both companies at a time when sustainability is more important than ever.”
Pilatus noted that most of the fabrics it uses in its interiors are recyclable, made from special fibers rendering them easy to clean, requiring less water and detergent. Its carpeting is produced from natural wool—a renewable and biodegradable material—offered in a collection with no artificial dyes for the airframer’s most environmentally aware clients.
“We make every effort to constantly improve what we offer our customers, and we strive to reduce our environmental footprint without compromising on quality or performance,” explained André Zimmermann, the OEM’s v-p of business aviation. “Pilatus has been committed to sustainability and energy efficiency for many years, in our production processes, for example.”
To demonstrate its commitment to sustainability, Pilatus Aircraft is partnering with Austria-based cabin materials manufacturer F/List on the display of a PC-24 cabin mockup designed with environmentally friendly materials.
On exhibit this week at NBAA-BACE, the mockup marks the debut of F/List’s plant-based oil wood veneer finish, which minimizes the release of harmful volatile organic compounds into the environment while enhancing the appearance of the wood. It is engineered for durability and scratch resistance, requiring minimal maintenance.
The eco-friendly demonstrator is allows the Swiss airframer to highlight the next generation of sustainable interior materials available for its jet interiors to show attendees. Its furnishings highlight a variety of F/List products such as wood veneers, engineered Linfinium countertop derived from plant oil and marble fragments, F/Lab Aenigma bulkhead created from recycled stone dust, synthetic “Whisper” leather lower side panel, and Fresco Décor upper side panel.
“We are excited to showcase how the F/LAB materials harmonize to bring sustainability, style, and sophistication into the cabin,” stated F/List CEO Katharina List-Nagl. “The PC-24…mockup exemplifies the original thinking, manufacturing excellence, and innovative spirit of both companies at a time when sustainability is more important than ever.”
Pilatus noted that most of the fabrics it uses in its interiors are recyclable, made from special fibers rendering them easy to clean, requiring less water and detergent. Its carpeting is produced from natural wool—a renewable and biodegradable material—offered in a collection with no artificial dyes for the airframer’s most environmentally aware clients.
“We make every effort to constantly improve what we offer our customers, and we strive to reduce our environmental footprint without compromising on quality or performance,” explained André Zimmermann, the OEM’s v-p of business aviation. “Pilatus has been committed to sustainability and energy efficiency for many years, in our production processes, for example.”