UK Commits R&D Funding For Airbus NGSA, Rolls UltraFan

Airbus plans to modify an A321neo

UK funding supports Airbus plans to modify an A321neo to flight-test a drag-reducing high-span wing.

Credit: Airbus
Airbus’ eAction next-generation single-aisle and Rolls-Royce’s UltraFan30 commercial turbofan are the main beneficiaries of £510 million ($678 million) in funding announced by the UK government for aerospace research projects. The government has also announced plans to establish a £100 million...
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