Collins’ Grid Set For Electric Propulsion Tests

Grid

Collins first unveiled plans for The Grid in 2019.

Credit: Collins Aerospace
As part of its accelerating push toward sustainable aviation, Collins Aerospace says it is on track to open a $50 million aircraft electrification and electric propulsion laboratory dubbed "The Grid" in Rockford, Illinois, this October. The first elements to be tested in the 25,000-ft.² lab will be...
Guy Norris

Guy is a Senior Editor for Aviation Week, covering technology and propulsion. He is based in Colorado Springs.

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