Airbus Advances Start Date For A380 Stress Testing
Airbus last week said it has begun fatigue testing on the A380 airframe, more than two months ahead of schedule. The tests are being performed by IABG in a purpose-built hangar in Dresden. The test loads will be put on the airframe using 184 computer-controlled hydraulic jacks, and a 1,800-tonne...
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