Airbus Helicopters decided to concentrate on the ARRANO engine type from Turbomeca for its X4 helicopter program, dropping Pratt & Whitney Canada, the company said on Feb. 18.Airbus originally launched the X4 concept around two engine options – Pratt & Whitney Canada’s PW210E and Turbomeca’s ARRANO.The decision was based on the results of a comprehensive market assessment which suggested a significant engine power increase was necessary, Airbus said.The X4 will next enter into full-scale development with an uprated ARRANO engine.The…
Airbus Chooses Turbomeca As Engine Supplier For X4 Helicopter
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