MSB, a Sogeclair company, supplier of innovative, high value-added solutions for safer and more efficient mobility, has signed an agreement with Heart Aerospace, manufacturers of the electrically powered ES-30 regional aircraft to design and develop some 60 key structural components for the cabin, flight deck and cargo sections.
The scope of work includes full provision of floor coverings, headliners, acoustic and thermal insulation, emergency equipment throughout the fuselage and cabin seat integration. Individual components to be provided for the individual aircraft zones include flight deck console trim panels, side ledge and stowage systems; cabin sidewall, window shades and passenger service units; and cargo area linings, tie-downs, and nets. Completion of the first phase of the project is anticipated in the final quarter of 2023.
Heart Aerospace selected MSB (Sogeclair) based on its extensive experience in providing interiors development support for new aerospace programmes and the company’s deep knowledge of the importance of balancing weight, materials and functionality, with style, passenger experience and operational budgets. Intended to support regional operations the focus on sustainability and low operating costs will be reinforced by the work of MSB in designing lightweight components and reducing non-recurring costs.