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Airplanes. Flight-test of Eurofighter aerodynamic upgrades completed

Seville, Spain - Modifications boost agility and weapons-carrying capability

Airbus Defence and Space has successfully completed flight-testing of a package of aerodynamic upgrades to the Eurofighter Typhoon swing-role fighter that promises to enhance further the aircraft’s agility and weapons-carrying ability. The Aerodynamic Modification Kit (AMK) is part of a wider Eurofighter Enhanced Manoeuvrability (EFEM) programme with the potential to help ensure the type’s continuing sup...

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Rome, Italy, 07/15/2015 10:18
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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