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Sat, Oct 08, 2016

First Flight: New Standard A330 MRTT

Model Incorporates A Number Of Enhancements 

Airbus Defence and Space has successfully completed the maiden flight of the first new standard A330 MRTT Multi Role Tanker Transport.

This model incorporates a number of enhancements introduced on the basic A330 as well as upgraded military systems as part of Airbus and Airbus Defence and Space's continuous product improvement programme.

The three-hour flight took place on 30 September and the crew reported that the aircraft performed in line with expectations. The new standard A330 MRTT features structural modifications, aerodynamic improvements giving a fuel-burn reduction of up to 1%, upgraded avionics computers and enhanced military systems. First delivery is due in 2018.

A total of 51 A330 MRTTs have been ordered by 10 nations of which 28 have been delivered.

(Image provided with Airbus Defense and Space news release)

FMI: www.airbus.com

 


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