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Airbus A-380 showing (4): advanced materials and avionics

Toulouse, France - A project under banner of technological progress

The A-380 really appears a model of technological progress, as every aspect concerning components has been studied and produced under banner of the most recent discoveries related to aviation sector. From a structural point of view, an attempt has been made in order to reduce its weight without compromising safety and reliability, even when considering its huge size. Its airframe is largely manufactured...

AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency - 62968
Rome, Italy, 05/07/2004 12:18
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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