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Airbus to test folding wings for next-gen planes

Published Tuesday, July 21, 2026

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  • Airbus will fit extensions of about four or five metres to the wings of one of its A321neo planes to test different shapes in real-world conditions in the second half of next year.

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  • The Guardian

    The article highlights the UK's economic opportunity in aerospace manufacturing, particularly for Rolls-Royce, while also noting the government's need to balance industry subsidies with social spending priorities.

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