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Old 20th Jun 2014, 06:24
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Ian Corrigible
 
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"We're gonna need a bigger engine..."

Sikorsky-Boeing select T55 to power SB-1 Defiant demonstrator

Interesting development, given that the parallel AATE/ITEP engine development program is currently focused on the 3,000 shp class GE3000 & HPW3000. It also reinforces the point made previously with regards to the FVL's sizing.

Originally Posted by riff_raff
Sikorsky looks to be making good progress with their S-97 demonstrators
...Though it's interesting that this article -- clearly written with the blessing of Sikorsky -- suggests that FF has slipped to 2015.

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