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Airbus Helicopters selects X4 engine

Marignane, France - It will be presented to the public for the first time at "HAI" on the 3rd March 20156

In 2012, Airbus Helicopters launched the X4 initial design concept around two capable turboshaft engines options: Pratt & Whitney Canada’s PW210E and Turbomeca’s ARRANO. At the conclusion of this preliminary phase, and founded upon a comprehensive market assessment, the industry has decided to amend the product positioning, consequently necessitating a significant engine power increase. Multiple sce...

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Rome, Italy, 02/18/2015 19:08
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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