Airbus CTO Vittadini Says Safety Always Comes First

The video discusses risk mitigation in aviation, emphasizing a step-by-step approach without compromising safety. It highlights trends like the shift to hybrid engines and the goal of zero emission aviation. Future propulsion technologies, including electric and hybrid systems, are explored, along with potential regulations. The video also covers aircraft design changes for increased capacity and the use of data-driven solutions for airspace management. Finally, it delves into future technologies like quantum computing that could revolutionize the aviation industry.

What is the primary focus when developing new aviation technologies?

• Aesthetic design

• Safety

• Speed of development

• Cost efficiency

What is the ultimate ambition for future aviation technology?

• Zero-emission aviation

• Faster aircraft

• Cheaper flights

• Luxury travel

Which propulsion technology is feasible for urban air mobility by 2030?

• Jet fuel propulsion

• Hybrid propulsion

• Nuclear propulsion

• Purely electrical propulsion

What is a significant trend in aircraft design regarding passenger capacity?

• Eliminating seats for standing flights

• Increasing the number of seats

• Reducing the number of seats

• Introducing convertible seats

What is one of the factors driving airlines to increase passenger capacity?

• Shorter flight times

• Increased runway slots

• Cost efficiency

• Decreased fuel prices

How does Airbus plan to help decongest airspace and traffic?

• By increasing aircraft size

• By reducing flight frequencies

• By building more airports

• By using Sky Wise for predictive maintenance

Which emerging technology is Airbus particularly interested in for its potential in the aviation industry?

• Blockchain technology

• Quantum technology

• Virtual reality

• Artificial intelligence