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.
An open-fan engine would be less efficient than a more conventional ducted turbofan on a future narrowbody aircraft, says RTX Chief Scientist Michael Winter.
At this year's Paris Air Show engine-maker Safran is exhibiting a turbine rear frame made with additive manufacturing under the RISE technology program.
