Boeing Co. has unveiled a new carbon brake solution to reduce airframe weight and operating costs for next-generation 737 operators worldwide.

The solution could reduce up to 300 kilograms in airplane weight and increase the wear life twice at maximum, thus lower maintenance and operating costs, Mike Delaney, a 737 chief project engineer, said here Wednesday.

Carbon brakes with less weight offer the same stopping performance as steel brakes, which ultimately increases fuel efficiency," said Delaney.

The carbon brakes will be available for deliveries starting in early 2008.

Source: Xinhua