Thierry Dubois
March 17, 2026

Credit: Airbus SAS 2026

LYON—Thermoplastic composites require further development before aircraft manufacturers can rely on them for large aircraft components, Hexcel Global CEO Tom Gentile says. While thermosets have been commonly used in civil aeronautics manufacturing, thermoplastics have gradually gained ground thanks…

Thierry Dubois

Thierry Dubois has specialized in aerospace journalism since 1997. An engineer in fluid dynamics from Toulouse-based Enseeiht, he covers the French commercial aviation, defense and space industries. His expertise extends to all things technology in Europe.

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