08 - Manufacturing and Supply Chain Management
RE-THINKING END OF LIFE AIRCRAFT INTERIORS THROUGH CO-DESIGN AND REPURPOSING
T. Mahr¹, L. Whiteman¹, A. Daley¹, S. Hewa Witharange¹, J. Prpic¹, K. Holtta-Otto¹, M. Das¹; ¹University of Melbourne, Australia
This paper explores alternative end of life pathways through a circular economy and repurposing lens using airline passenger seats as a case study, focusing on co-designed reuse strategies for decommissioned aircraft components. The study demonstrates how aerospace components can be recontextualised beyond traditional recycling streams, extending service life and enhancing value retention.rn
DOI: 10.71945/icas2026_0840