First carbon-fibre compressor blades tested in service: 1968 (unsuccesfully).
First carbon-fibre floor panel installed in an airliner: 1970, flew in service for eight years with this panel.
First carbon-fibre brake pack installed on an airliner: 1972, test version for the Concorde brakes.
First carbon-fibre flight control certified for use: 1979, B727 elevator (five sets).
Not that new if you ask me....
