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SHOCKING: Scientists create shark skin coating for planes that could save airlines billions - You Need To See This

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Australian scientists have developed a shark skin-inspired film coating for aeroplanes, which they claim can reduce drag and save billions in fuel costs for the airline industry.

Delta Air Lines has teamed up with the Australian aerospace company MicroTau to study the use of a special film that can be applied to planes to increase fuel efficiency.

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