ROLLS-ROYCE said development of a new Trent 1000 TEN high-pressure turbine blade is unlikely to be ready before the first half of 2021

ROLLS-ROYCE said development of a new Trent 1000 TEN high-pressure turbine blade is unlikely to be ready before the first half of 2021 as the company revises the design to provide sufficient durability. Projected costs to fix the issue and compensate airlines for in-service disruptions will top $4...
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