Our last blog post talked about the level of confidence we have that any given aircraft insulation project will achieve the desired outcome. This time we will take a closer look at the process we go through when evaluating and treating an aircraft. Cabin noise reduction is a rather complex…
Luminary Air Group Receives Supplier Approval from Gulfstream
MELFA, Va. – Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation has granted approval to Luminary Air Group, LLC (“Luminary”) as a supplier of materials, parts and services for thermal and acoustic insulation treatments. Luminary manufactures and installs cabin noise reduction kits for various Gulfstream aircraft under its Flight Environments brand. “Our ability to…
Active vs. Passive Noise Cancellation
When we talk about our aircraft cabin insulation systems, we are sometimes asked why we do not spend more time and effort on active noise cancellation. The Flight Environments Cabin Comfort System produced by Luminary Air Group is a passive system, meaning that it relies on insulation materials, barriers, dampening…
What is a quiet aircraft cabin?
Cabin sound levels vary greatly between different types of aircraft. So when we talk about quiet cabins, we have to keep in mind that there are significant variations based on size, engine type, and use of the airplane. If you are a pilot and like to get around in a…
Noise, Stress and Fatigue
Not only is a quiet airplane more comfortable during flight, noise levels also have a significant impact on post-flight fatigue. Over the last few decades, the medical profession has produced a number of studies that show the relationship between noise and the human body’s stress hormones. The general conclusion is…