Friday, January 24, 2025 In an aviation first, Japan Airlines (JAL), in partnership with the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) and O-Well Corporation, has unveiled a revolutionary advancement in aircraft technology. A riblet-shaped coating has been applied to most of the fuselage of a Boeing 787-9 (registration JA868J), making it the first of its kind globally. This cutting-edge riblet coating is engineered to minimize aerodynamic drag, improving fuel efficiency and supporting sustainable aviation efforts.
The aircraft is poised to break new ground as the first riblet-coated plane to enter service on international routes, with its inaugural flight scheduled for mid-January 2025. This collaboration between JAL, JAXA, and O-Well Corporation underscores a shared commitment to reducing the environmental impact of air travel while enhancing operational efficiency. With this landmark achievement, Japan Airlines leads the charge toward greener skies, setting a new benchmark for innovation in the global aviation industry.
JAL, JAXA, and O-Well Advance Aviation Decarbonization with Innovative Riblet Coating Technology Japan Airlines (JAL), the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA), and O-Well Corporation are collaborating to drive the decarbonization of the aviation industry. As part of this effort, they have applied an advanced riblet-shaped coating to an aircraft’s exterior using the innovative Paint-to-Paint Method. This technology, continuously refined by O-Well and .
