RACER. Austrian Aviation Technology Days - Linz. October 4th 2017

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1 RACER 1 Austrian Aviation Technology Days - Linz October 4th 2017

2 01 CUSTOMER SATISFACTION 02 QUALITY AND SAFETY 03 COMPETITIVENESS 2

3 Current & Future Challenges INNOVATION ON CURRENT FLEET & ON-GOING DEVELOPMENTS SHAPING THE FUTURE OF URBAN AIR MOBILITY AND URBAN LOGISTIC 3

4 Point-to-Point Transit 45 mn 1 h mn 1 h 4

5 Shaping the Future of Urban Mobility 4 pax people transport 3D to urban transport network lower environmental footprint Propulsion by electric motors and batteries > 50% faster than a conventional helicopter 25% cost reduction per NM lower sound footprint < 15% fuel consumed per NM at 180 kts compared with a helicopter at 130 kts 2 times the area covered in 1 hour 5

6 Today s Business is Subject to Disruptive Changes due to New technologies that can abruptly impact markets and business Socio-economic trends like for example new ways of travelling (Uber, Blacklane, Didi Chuxing, shared & autonomous cars, on-demand mobility, ) Shift from a competition of products and services to a competition of business models and solutions 6 6

7 Whereas Current Business of VTOL OEMs is Driven by Products and related services Mainly B2B customers (Military & public services, Oil & Gas, VIP Transport, ) Small series ( several 100 HC/year) & high level of product customization Innovation targeting existing competition and complying with existing customer needs 7 7

8 But New Trends Offer Strong Opportunities for Future Helicopter Business Urbanization is a clear megatrend and with it comes (air) mobility needs Electric (distributed) propulsion could/will lead to disruptive aircrafts that are safe, eco-friendly and more cost efficient Autonomous operation will increase safety and reduce pilot qualification Business models could change towards ATM/UTM solutions, mobile/connected 8 booking and flight planning, multimodal transport integration, cyber security, 8

9 Shaping the Future of Urban Mobility with RACER The demonstrator builds upon the configuration validated by its precursor X 3 and takes it closer to an operational configuration. A simple architecture - combining fixed wings, innovative lateral rotors and a main rotor- is key for to achieve higher speeds without increasing operational costs. 9

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11 Pusher lateral rotors located behind box-wing to ensure safety around the aircraft Payload and cabin configuration adapted to targeted missions. 11

12 When Speed Matters PARAPUBLIC Improved cost-efficiency by need for fewer bases Increased productivity PASSENGER TRANSPORT Less time on-board for a given mission Avoid need for several transportation means for a medium distance Increased comfort EMS / SEARCH & RESCUE More lives saved Time to target reduced Much greater area covered in the «golden hour» timeframe th June, 2017

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14 A True European Research Endeavour RACER is a Research Demonstrator co-funded by the European Commission within Horizon 2020 / Clean Sky2 100+m funding budget through CS2 60% share for partners (universities, research centres, SME, system OEM) Strong synergies with National and Regional research projects 14

15 A European Project Fostering Innovation Developed as part of the Clean Sky 2 European programme, the project relies on a European network of almost 25 industrial partners. The High Speed Helicopter Demonstrator is Airbus Helicopters answer to future market requirements for increased speed, at the right cost 2016 Validation of aerodynamic design 2017 Preliminary design review 2018 Critical Design review 2019 Prototype assembly 2020 First Flight 15

16 CS2 RACER Demo Targets Demonstrate that a commercial high speed rotorcraft is feasible based on concept validated by X 3 : Cruise speed : 220kts Range 400 Nm Compatibility with operational requirements for targeted missions: cabin access, hoisting operation, cabin configuration, footprint Noise footprint: lower than conventional helicopter CO2 emission: lower than conventional helicopter High Cabin comfort (vibration, internal noise) Validate certification basis based on CS29 with limited Special Conditions (no new regulation) Assess the cost of a product based on the concept Corresponds to the most promising segment for civil/parapublic (Medium) First flight: 2020 At the end of the demo phase, we will have the characteristics of the commercial product which could be launched without risk on technical performance paving the way for marketing of a competitive product 16

17 RACER Rapid and Cost Efficient Rotorcraft Enhanced Main Rotor optimized for drag & maintenance 2 x RTM322 engines equipped with eco-mode system for increased efficiency Specific tail parts designed for enhanced handling quality Hybrid metallic/composite airframe designed for low weight & recurring Costs Pusher lateral rotors optimized for performance and low sound levels Box-wing patented concept, for optimized aerodynamic higher stiffness, weight reduction and passenger safety Mechanical flight controls capable of smart functions with low-cost flexballs and new smart actuators 17

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19 HV Battery Consortium VOLT Clean Sky 2 Plateau in Donauwörth Core Partner and Partners Overview Cowlings Consortium DREAM Actuators Consortium COSTAR Windshield Consortium WIMPER Side Shells Wing Consortium (CP) ASTRAL Doors Consortium FRCDoorDemonstrator Canopy Consortium FASTCAN Emergency System and Footstep Fuel System Fuselage Consortium (CP) RoRCraft

20 WHAT SUPPORT IS SOUGHT? Develop and integrate safety relevant topics like de-icing systems, floatation system, sense&avoid, low airspeed sensing, etc Cost saving topics Weight Saving at various levels of the Aircraft: Structural re-design (replace metallic demonstrator airframe with composite airframe) Develop low noise flight procedures, based on CS1 experience Introduce new emerging composite materials incl. material characterisation Develop and integrate Civil Security/EMS/Police Mission Systems tailored for Racer, eg inboard rescue hoist Maturing of the Vehicle to reach industrial TRL th June, 2017

21 HIGH COMPRESSION ENGINE (HCE) th June, 2017 Presentation title runs here (go to Header and Footer to edit this text)

22 Demonstrator Project contractual framework Cleansky Green Rotorcraft, CfP project started in 2011 and ended in 2016 (AH continues to work on it) Intellectual Property of engine owned by Airbus Helicopters Partners for engine development: AustroEngine: owns EASA DOA and POA for aircraft engines (based on car Diesel engines, used by Diamond) AE300/330 engine in service since 2009: Mercedes 2l car engine, 165/180hp, 1500 in service worldwide, 23 /h, TBO 1800h, MTBF h, 1 MFh Responsible for FADEC (HW & SW), fuel system (Bosch BGAT injection system) and Airworthiness of our V8 HCE engine TEOS powertrain engineering: High performance engines gasoline engine design know-how, assembly and test of high performance engines (Diesel le Mans, GP2-GP3 racing gasoline engines, hybrid systems, ) Responsible for design, parts /sub-system procurement, powerpack manufacturing-assembly, SW calibration, engine validation including bench tests 22 HIGH COMPRESSION ENGINE FOR H120 HC DEMONSTRATOR target of demonstrator = validate Diesel engine concept on light single-engine helicopter Market: General Aviation, APU, single engine HC, UAV,

23 HCE PISTON ENGINE CHARACTERISTICS Common Core Engine for potential fixed wing and rotorcraft applications 8 cylinders in V, 4.6L capacity, 90 angle, 330kw with substantial growth potential Fueled with Kerosene (Jet-A) Fully machined aluminium blocks (cylinder head, crankcase, timing drive casing ) Fully machined titanium conrod Steel pistons and liners Common rail direct injection Supercharged (1 turbocharger per cylinder bank) Liquid cooled Dual channel FADEC controlled Starter and generator Mass of Core engine, dry = 197kg Airbus Helicopters rights reserved 23 Core engine weight to power ratio 0,55 kg/kw

24 HCE PISTON ENGINE HC Gear Box Interface, Clutch + core engine + cooling system Benefits (compared to T/S): -30/50% CO2 (lower SFC) -2/3 db(a) engine noise excellent hot&high performance -30% DOC -50% engine cost replaces AVGAS Drawbacks: Not certified Open industrialisation Weight (compared to T/S), however compensated after 1 Fh

25 HCE ACHIEVEMENTS Iron Bird tests: architecture validated Flight tests: concept is validated by the demonstrator in all tested flight conditions 25