Here's a detailed look at the technologies of the Racer high speed demonstrator! The aircraft has recently completed its first flight, allowing the flight test team to begin the flight campaign. They will be verifying the overall behaviour of the aircraft, progressively opening up the aircraft's flight envelope and demonstrating its high-speed capabilities. The Racer is a Clean Sky 2 research project with 40 partners in 13 European countries. #AirbusHelicopters #Racer #Innovation | Airbus Helico

The #Racer high speed demonstrator has taken another step forward! We're delighted to reveal the helicopter's livery. In partnership with Clean Aviation, the aircraft will test new technologies & stimulate innovation in Europe to find the best compromise between speed, cost efficiency, sustainability & mission performance. #AirbusHelicopters #Airbus #Innovation #behindthescenes | Airbus Helicopters

On 7 June 2013, the X3 demonstrator broke the speed record and pushed the limits for a helicopter by reaching 472 km/h (255 kt) in stabilised level flight at an altitude of about 10,000 feet (3,048 m). “The X3 is clearly in its element at high speeds,” explained test pilot Hervé Jammayrac. “At 472 km/h, the X3 ’s performance was identical to that achieved in its flight envelope, demonstrating exceptional stability and low vibration levels without the need for an anti-vibration system.” Insight g

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