Rolls-Royce signs MOA with Lockheed Martin

Rolls-Royce signed a memorandum of agreement with Lockheed Martin Corp. to provide performance improvements, including better fuel efficiency, to the T56 family of engines. during recent engine testing. Patricia O’Connell, president of Rolls-Royce, Defense Customer sector, said, “As operators continue to look for ways to extend the service life of their C-130, P-3 and L-100 aircraft, the Series 3.5 engine enhancement kit will offer them significant performance enhancements to enable more efficient operations for decades to come.”  Rolls-Royce has introduced technologies proven in its other business units for the Series 3.5 engine enhancement kit to give improved fuel efficiency, increased turbine life, and better engine performance for hot day and high-altitude operations. The redesign has demonstrated up to 9% savings in specific fuel consumption. Currently, Rolls-Royce has services agreements in place with all main branches of the U.S. Military, including the Air Force, Marines, Army and Navy, and the Coast Guard. (June 27, 2011)