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Rolls-Royce signs innovative fuel management contract with RAAF

London, UK - RR delivers milestone Typhoon engine

Rolls-Royce (RR), the global power systems company, has signed an agreement with the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) to help improve the fuel efficiency of its C-130 transport fleet. RR will use proven fuel usage analysis and modelling techniques, developed for use by civil airlines to help reducing the fuel consumption and environmental impact of the RAAF. The 12-month agreement will cover the...

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Rome, Italy, 02/15/2012 12:36
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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