29 octobre 2021 | International, Aérospatial

Raytheon CEO: Air Force may not be able to afford new F-35 engine

The proposed adaptive engine for the F-35A is intended to deliver better fuel efficiency and thrust by using a third stream of air.

https://www.defensenews.com/air/2021/10/26/raytheon-ceo-air-force-may-not-be-able-to-afford-new-f-35-engine/

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