Airbus's experimental Racer Helicopter is designed for speed but is 20 percent more fuel efficient than an aircraft flying 50 mph slower.
This Bonkers 656-Foot ‘AirYacht’ Concept Can Transport 40 Guests Around the WorldThe Racer just launched a new era for high-speed helicopters—or a new hybrid version of aircraft. First announced in’s experimental aircraft made its first flight recently, hitting the aerospace giant’s performance and sustainability targets. It also made its first public display yesterday in Marseille.
The Racer was launched as part of Europe’s Clean Sky 2 program which, along with Airbus, involved 40 partner companies from 13 European countries. The project had a very ambitious goal of achieving a 20 percent reduction in fuel consumption and CO2 emissions, compared with a conventional helicopter of the same weight. The design team also wanted the Racer to have a significant reduction in its noise and vibration.
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