NOEMI Aerospace Selects Syensqo Adhesives for Pioneering Aircraft
Syensqo has been chosen as a materials partner by NOEMI Aerospace for its all-electric amphibious aircraft, with the ambition of becoming the world’s first certified fully electric amphibious seaplane. Under the agreement, NOEMI Aerospace will use Syensqo’s MTM® 45-1 carbon fiber prepreg in the aircraft’s airframe, together with AeroPaste® structural paste adhesive for wing assembly, supporting the development of lightweight, high-performance structures as the aircraft progresses toward certification.
Designed to carry nine passengers and operate from both water and conventional runways, the all-electric amphibious seaplane is being developed for regional transport as well as cargo, search and rescue, and medical evacuation missions. Its amphibious capability is intended to provide access to routes and communities where conventional aviation infrastructure may be limited.
NOEMI’s material selection reflects the need to combine high structural performance with the processing flexibility required for large composite structures.
“We wanted to manufacture the wing skins and spars in a 21-meter single span, so we needed an out-of-autoclave material with proven performance. With Syensqo’s MTM 45-1, a primary structure capable material with FAA approval and independently verified NCAMP data. We have a solution that will support our certification approach while helping us achieve the low structural weight required for our first prototype aircraft. We will also use Syensqo’s AeroPaste structural adhesive to bond the wing components and achieve the performance we need,” said Simon Bendrey, chief engineer, NOEMI Aerospace.
Learn more about Syensqo at syensqo.com. Additional information about NOEMI Aerospace is available at noemi.aero.
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