Rolls-Royce Reveals T56 Upgrade Plan for USAF C-130s
Credit: U.S. AIR FORCE
Rolls-Royce is preparing to test an upgraded version of its venerable T56 turboprop to boost performance of the Lockheed Martin C-130, as well as cut fuel consumption by up to 12%. Launched in response to U.S. government calls for reduced dependence on foreign oil, the upgrade is aimed at the C-130H...
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