Evolution of green textiles in the aeronautic industry: an exploratory literature review

Currently, the ?eco? product development process is based on a diverse range of methodologies, from Life Cycle Assessments to Product-service systems. These methodologies however face harder obstacles when introduced to certain industries. The textile industry is divided into a large set of expertise and can be applied in an even wider variety of products. It is known for its highly polluting dyes, short life-cycle and small concern with end of life, combined with the aeronautic CO2 production represents a clear threat to the environment, but it also represents opportunities. Large companies such as AirBus, Boeing, Bombardier and Embraer, have set environmental forecast for the next thirty years in which they propose new developments to reduce their menace. This paper provides an evaluation of the current state of art for the textile development within ecological standards.