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November 04, 2015

BAE and Reaction Engines to develop a new aerospace engine
London, UK (SPX) Nov 04, 2015
BAE Systems plc and Reaction Engines Limited ('Reaction Engines') have announced a strategic investment by BAE Systems and a working collaboration to accelerate Reaction Engines' development of SABRE - a new aerospace engine class that combines both jet and rocket technologies with the potential to revolutionise hypersonic flight and the economics of space access. The transaction is subject to the approval of Reaction Engines' shareholders. Under the terms of the agreement, BAE Systems will inves ... read more

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