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B-787 aircraft: tests powered by Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 "Package B" engine

Chicago, USA - The plane returned to fly on May 20

The test aircraft ZA004 model Boeing 787 returned to flying on 20 May with the first Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 'Package B' engine hung under its right wing, marking the beginning of flight tests for the upgrade of the powerplant for emitting a specific fuel consumption rate (SFC) within 1% than originally stated by the engine-maker. The fourth 787 test aircraft had been down since April 27 for installation...

AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency - 1129931
Rome, Italy, 05/23/2011 16:31
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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