The very first tranche 3 Typhoon next-generation fighter jet has been weighed-in to confirm that it meets rigorous design standards and has a clearly identified centre of gravity before flight testing.
The aircraft, which is assembled at BAE Systems’ Warton site, had its measurements recorded using a sophisticated set of hydraulic scales. Tagged aircraft number BS116, the plane tipped the scales at 23,500 kg. The weighing system for Typhoon consists of load cells which are placed between hydraulic jacks and three lifting points of the aircraft,…
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