European Helicopter Makers Examine Hybrid Propulsion Options

In the military, shutting down one or two engines to save fuel is a relatively common practice. Crews flying maritime patrol aircraft such as Lockheed’s Orion or Britain’s Nimrod had the ability to shut down two engines while in high-altitude cruise, allowing them to increase endurance. Such...
Tony Osborne

Based in London, Tony covers European defense programs. Prior to joining Aviation Week in November 2012, Tony was at Shephard Media Group where he was deputy editor for Rotorhub and Defence Helicopter magazines.

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