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Airbus Testing Hybrid Propulsion on Flightlab Helo
Airbus Helicopters says experimental electric engine backup system could eventually lead to serial production hybrid engine models.
Airbus is testing a hybris-propulsion system on it's H130 Flightlab helicopter. Its engine backup system (EBS) uses a 100-Kw motor to provide electric power for up to 30 seconds in the event of main turbine engine failure. (Photo: Airbus Helicopters)
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Mark Huber
• Contributor - Rotorcraft
September 21, 2021
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