Daily Memo: Airbus Makes Progress In Regional Aircraft Technology Demonstration

FTB2
First flight of the C295 Clean Sky FTB2 was in January.
Credit: Maria Molina/Airbus
A modified Airbus C295 military transport used as a technology demonstrator for regional and multi-mission aircraft has completed a first phase of flight trials, opening the door to new gains in fuel efficiency. Test data analysis is under way to assess how the refined control surfaces and flight...
Thierry Dubois

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. Thierry is also the editor-in-chief of Aviation Week’s ShowNews. 

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