Safran Strives To Demonstrate RISE Technology Benefit

Mechanic working on RISE component

The RISE’s low-pressure compressor will run at about twice the rotation speed of a conventional booster.

Credit: Philippe Doutrewe/Safran Aero Boosters
Aiming to convince airframers of the technology benefits of the RISE open-fan engine demonstrator, Safran is gearing up for its first full-scale tests of a module subcomponent: the low-pressure compressor, or booster. “With these tests, we are aiming for credibility,” Eric Dalbies, Safran executive...
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. Thierry is also the editor-in-chief of Aviation Week’s ShowNews. 

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