DAE selects Messier Bugatti to save weight and improve braking performance

Bob Genise, CEO of DAE Capital, said: “We at DAE are delighted with our selection of Messier-Bugatti and believe their lightweight design, lower cost of ownership and resultant fuel burn reduction will benefit our customers for many years to come.”

Messier-Bugatti is the only brake manufacturer today in the world offering a certified carbon brake for the whole 737NG family – 737-600, 737-700, 737-800, 737-900 and 737-900ER and BBJ- for new aircraft and retrofits. As of today, Messier-Bugatti has received orders to equip a total of 283 Boeing 737NG.

Carbon brakes represent a major innovation compared to steel brakes, with longer in-service life and lighter weight: while lasting more than 2,000 landings per overhaul, they offer up to 320 kg of weight savings per 737NG, leading to significant reduction of CO2 emission, in addition to fuel burn reduction.