USAF C-130 completes first flight with enhanced Rolls-Royce engine

The first USAF C-130H test aircraft flying with Rolls-Royce enhanced engine has started flying at Edwards Air Force Base.

The Series 3.5 Engine Enhancement is designed to deliver fuel savings and reliability improvements, resulting in improved life cycle costs.

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