Airbus Aims To Halve Testing On A320 Narrowbody Replacement

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Flight and ground tests will increasingly be part of a hybrid testing approach, where virtual assessment will contribute to both certification and maturity testing.

Credit: Airbus
Airbus is using many of its research and technology programs to prepare its next-generation narrowbody aircraft. In addition to onboarding new technologies, they could serve a parallel purpose: developing methods that combine real-life and virtual testing. Eventually, the airframer intends to cut...
Thierry Dubois

Thierry Dubois has specialized in aerospace journalism since 1997. An engineer in fluid dynamics from Toulouse-based Enseeiht, he covers the French commercial aviation, defense and space industries. His expertise extends to all things technology in Europe.  

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