Japanese FS-X prototype first flight delayed

1995-09-06T00:00:00

The aircraft has been equipped with an AlliedSignal emergency- power unit, modified to run on Japanese JP4 fuel. The system has had start-up and flame-out problems at low loads, but is expected to be ready for the first flight. The Japan Defence Agency (JDA) is meanwhile requesting '144 billion ($1.5 ...

Keep reading this article by becoming a FlightGlobal member now

PLEASE REGISTER FOR FREE OR SIGN IN TO CONTINUE READING

You have reached your limit of free articles for this period. Register for a FREE account to read this article and benefit from:

Increased access to online news and in-depth articles from:
FlightGlobal Premium covering the global aviation industry
Airline Business providing insight for business leaders
Weekly newsletters on topics across the industry

Join now