Safran Looking At Hybridization To Right-Size Helicopter Engines

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LONDON—Safran has begun studies into the use of hybrid power on helicopters as a solution to cut fuel consumption. The French company believes that the right-sizing of engines and the addition of a turbine-electric hybrid power system could cut fuel consumption by 10-15%. “The main issue in twin...

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