NOVA, a concept of medium-haul transport aircraft

NOVA is a concept of medium-haul transport aircraft taking advantage of several disruptive technologies. Four configurations have been developed by ONERA to explore different possibilities for UHBR (Ultra High Bypass Ratio) engine integration. NOVA is designed to carry 180 passengers on 3000 nautical miles (equivalent to a B737-900) at Mach 0,82 and targets a 2030 entry-into-service.

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www.onera.fr/en/image-du-mois/nova-nextgen-onera-versatile-aircraft

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[@symmetry08]

jet next to cabins = noisy interior

[@joaopc1747]

Ultra high bypass engines are expected to be silent.

[@mikligardur9104]

Biggest noise come from exhaust so having it at back means less noice i think.

[@veteatomarporculo100]

Uneasy to replace or maintain. Engines are too short, design doesn't make much sense.