Aeronautical Engineering
Rolls Seeks Rb.211-535 Commitments
Derby, England—Rolls-Royce development program for the reduced thrust RB.211-535 version of the basic RB.211 turbofan engine is aiming for a full-scale engine run on a test stand early in 1979, but the engine’s ultimate future is keyed directly to its selection by a major airframe manufacturer and airline purchases of the aircraft it powers.
By David A. Brown9 min