British fighter jet conducts successful test flights with 3D printed parts

BAE Systems has conducted successful test flights with a fighter aircraft that contained 3D printed components. The metal components were used in test flights from the firm’s airfield at Warton, Lancashire, late last month. The parts include protective covers for cockpit radios and guards for power take-off shafts. It is hoped the technology could cut the RAF’s maintenance and service bill by over £1.2m over the next four years.