Rolls-Royce Completes Successful 1st Run of BR725 Engine

(April 29, 2008) -- Rolls-Royce, the world's leading engine supplier for business jets, has successfully completed the first run of its BR725 engine at its facility in Dahlewitz, Germany. The selection of the engine to power the new Gulfstream G650 aircraft was announced last month.

Dr. Rainer Honig, Project Director - BR725 and Future Programmes, Corporate & Regional Engines, Rolls-Royce, said: "The engine powered up first time and attained 80 per cent of its full thrust rating. It is demonstrating full functionality and is performing in line with targets set in the early stages of the programme two years ago. This first landmark has been made possible by the strong relationships with our partners and suppliers."

Source : Rolls-Royce

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