According to latest news, Boeing (NYSE: BA) has completed the firm configuration of the 737 MAX 8. This milestone marks completion of the major trade studies that define the capabilities of the MAX family.

The 737 MAX will be 13 percent more fuel-efficient than today's most efficient single-aisle airplanes and 8 percent more fuel-efficient per seat than tomorrow's competition. The configuration includes new LEAP-1B engines from CFM International that are optimized for the 737 MAX, a redesigned tail cone and the Boeing designed Advanced Technology Winglet to reduce fuel use. Other changes incorporated include upgrades to the flight deck displays, an electronic bleed air system and fly-by-wire spoiler flight controls.

Future Trend: More-Electric Aircraft

More-electric aircraft development is obviously the future trend. What will the trend shift in EM systems? From Aero Electromechanics China 2013, you will have a clearer picture of future EM system development in commercial aviation.

Mr. Roger OLIVA, VP Technology Operations of IEEE AESS, will deliver a speech of " The development of electric aircraft and its influence on the electromechanical system" to hit the point.