World's most fuel efficient engine powers first flight

By admin July 12, 2013 12:27 pm IST

Rolls-Royce Trent XWB engines, one of the most efficient flying in the world, have powered the Airbus A350 XWB aircraft to the skies for the first time
Tony Wood, President, Aerospace, Rolls-Royce, said, “We congratulate Airbus on today’s huge achievement and look forward to supporting the A350 XWB to a successful entry into service and beyond. Our own employees are very proud to have delivered a global engine programme that has achieved new levels of efficiency.”
Nick Clegg, Deputy Prime Minister, UK, added, “The A350-XWB’s maiden flight is significant for Airbus, Rolls-Royce and the aerospace industry. It shows that government’s long-term aerospace industrial strategy is the right approach to ensure the UK remains Europe’s No 1 aerospace manufacturer. This is a big moment for the aerospace industry and the aircraft’s first flight marks the continued commitment to innovation and excellence, contributing to stable economic growth and jobs.”

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