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Rolls-Royce Trent 900

The Trent 900 is one of two Airbus A380 engine choices, alongside the Engine Alliance GP7200.

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Overview

The Trent 900 is one of two Airbus A380 engine choices, alongside the Engine Alliance GP7200.

Advantages

  • Major A380 engine option.
  • Uses Rolls-Royce Trent-family architecture for very large aircraft.

Limitations

  • Limited to the A380 application in airline service.
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Branches & models

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Trent 9004 models
  • Trent 970-84A380-841
  • Trent 972-84A380-842
  • Trent 977-84A380-843F planned
  • Trent 980-84A380 high-thrust
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Technical context

Technical notes

  • Designed for the A380-800 four-engine installation.
  • Selection affects airline maintenance commonality, noise, and performance planning.
  • Typical aircraft applications: airbus-a380.
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