Starting with this story we hear matters are coming to a head fast. A second, impeccable, source advises that the M-88 engine is a "go" and that as soon as next week we might hear of the first export order of the Rafale to the UAE.
The stakes are huge - India and Brazil are watching and also want the more powerful engine. By getting the more power engine the plane's performance is enhanced considerably and payload rises a lot. By having a "player", the market becomes much more interesting. Gripen for example will now have to focus on its own upgrade just to stay in the game.
In other news --
- JAL cuts back
- Its Airbus all over Paris
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