PACE Head of Flight Operations Frank Opel had this to say about being awarded the label for Pacelab FPO: “It thrills us to know that thousands of pilots around the world are using our software every day to reduce fuel consumption and increase flight safety. We are extremely proud of this award and what it represents and are equally proud of our Pacelab FPO team, who work tirelessly every year to innovate our product. For PACE, every kilogram of fuel saved is another step toward protecting the environment, and with this award, we hope to encourage more pilots and airlines to adopt Pacelab FPO as well as take other steps toward reducing global carbon emissions.”

Pacelab FPO is mainly used in the cockpit by pilots – and they love it! Somewhat like a nav system in a car, the software is installed directly onto an or Windows tablet and integrates perfectly into the aircraft’s EFB. FPO is the ultimate decision support aid for pilots, but it goes beyond simply giving them indications about how to fly more efficiently. This powerful application also provides pilots with the reasons behind suggested changes to their flight plan. As a result, FPO not only helps save on costs and CO2 emissions, but it also aids in increasing a pilot’s situational awareness, producing the added benefit of improving overall flight safety.

To receive the “Solar Impulse Efficient Solution” Label, Pacelab FPO was thoroughly assessed by a pool of independent experts according to 5 criteria covering the three main topics of Feasibility, Environmental and Profitability. All labelled solutions are part of the #1000solutions portfolio that will be presented to decision-makers in business and government by Bertrand Piccard, Chairman of the Solar Impulse Foundation. The aim of this initiative is to encourage the adoption of more ambitious environmental targets and fast-track the implementation of these solutions on a large scale.

About the “Solar Impulse Efficient Solution” Label

One of the first labels for positive impact businesses bringing together protection of the environment and financial viability, the “Solar Impulse Efficient Solution” Label is attributed following an assessment performed by external independent experts. In collaboration with renowned institutions, solutions applying for the label must go through a neutral methodology based on verified standards. This label serves as an award for clean and profitable solutions.

About the Solar Impulse Foundation

The Solar Impulse Foundation is dedicated to accelerating the implementation of clean and profitable solutions. Moreover, the Foundation is helping decision-makers in businesses and governments to achieve their environmental targets and adopt more ambitious energy policies, which are necessary to pull these solutions to market. A way to carry the success of the first solar-powered flight around the world further.