Advancing US Air Force B-52J Program With Key Milestone
Rolls-Royce has successfully completed altitude and operability testing for the F130 engine, a key milestone in the US Air Force’s B-52J Stratofortress program. The testing, conducted at the Arnold Engineering Development Complex in Tennessee, demonstrated the engine’s ability to perform in demanding mission conditions. According to Rolls-Royce, the F130 engine will reduce the sustainment burden and simplify logistics, with production set to begin in Indianapolis. This development was reported by Rolls-Royce.