The biggest concern for Boeing was that, while chevrons were certainly effective at lowering engine noise, they also had the ...

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Boeing has implemented Engine chevrons, or serrated chevron ducts, on some of its more recent aircraft designs, a feature that can reduce noise emissions and help aircraft abide by noise regulations.