September 26, 2019 |
International,
Aerospace
bY Steve Trimble
Two U.S. engine companies of vastly different sizes have revealed plans to compete against each other to offer small, low-cost jet engines for a new class of expendable unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and future cruise missiles. Kratos Turbine Technologies, a newly acquired and rebranded division of the California-based aerial-targets manufacturer, has launched development of small turbofan and even smaller turbojet engine families in West Palm Beach, Florida.
https://aviationweek.com/defense/competition-heats-new-class-small-disposable-jet-engines