I'm interested in Safran's Aircraft equipment business unit. Can you tell me about its market position, what it specializes in, and how its technologies are advancing for safer and greener air travel? Please include specific examples of key systems.
Navigate to safran-group.com. Accept the cookie policy. Click on the 'Group' menu item. From the 'Group' dropdown, click on 'Aircraft equipment'. On the 'Aircraft equipment' page, identify Safran's market position, its specializations, key systems supplied, and how its technologies are evolving for safety and environmental concerns. Synthesize this information into a concise answer.
State that Safran's Aircraft equipment business unit is the world's second largest aircraft equipment manufacturer. List key systems supplied by this unit, such as landing gear, wheels and brakes, wiring, avionics, navigation systems, and evacuation systems. Explain that their technologies are becoming lighter and going electric to enhance safety and environmental friendliness in air travel. Mention the pioneering use of carbon brakes as a specific example of technological advancement.