United Airlines said on Thursday it has made an investment in JetZero, a startup looking to build a blended wing body ...

as well as ensuring that the aircraft complies with United’s safety, business, and operational standards. JetZero’s design minimizes drag and enhances lift across the entire wingspan ...

(Reuters) - United Airlines said on Thursday it has made an investment in JetZero, a startup looking to build a blended wing body aircraft aimed ... as a result of lower drag.

United Airlines Holdings is backing JetZero's revolutionary Z4 aircraft, a blended wing body design that could slash fuel use and emissions by up to 50%. The airline's investment includes a potential ...

United’s investment in JetZero includes a ‘path’ to acquire as many as 200 blended wing body Z4 aircraft. [Courtesy: United Airlines] United Airlines is looking to add a sleek new airframe ...

United Airlines’ fleet is about to get a little more ... with an option to purchase another 100 after that. The aircraft’s blended wing design reduces drag and produces lift across the whole wingspan, ...

The investment includes a conditional agreement for up to 100 aircraft, with an option for 100 more, contingent on JetZero achieving key milestones.

United Airlines ... Alaska Airlines' investment, which also has the option for plane orders, said the airframe would provide a quieter flying experience. JetZero said its Z4 plane's better lift and ...

The JetZero Z4 airplane is designed to accommodate 250 ... efficiency across our network," said Andrew Chang, head of United Airlines Ventures (UAV). "United Airlines Ventures® was created ...

They are hoping to make a plane which burns ... better lift and lower drag - which could cut fuel burn by up to 50% per passenger mile. Managing director of United Airlines Venture told Business ...