PARIS- Pratt & Whitney, a business under RTX, made an announcement today regarding United Airlines (UA)’ selection of the GTF engine to power their firm orders of 70 Airbus A321neo and 50 A321XLR aircraft.
The delivery of the first aircraft is expected to take place this year. Further, the first photos of United A321neo in production are shared on the internet.
United Airlines Selects Pratt and Whitney
United Airlines and Pratt & Whitney have a longstanding relationship that dates back over 90 years. They are part of United Aircraft and Transport Corporation along with Boeing.
They began by flying Boeing Model 40 aircraft equipped with a single Pratt & Whitney Wasp engine. Pratt & Whitney engines power over 250 United aircraft, including the Airbus A320ceo family with V2500® engines. Subsequently, the Boeing 777 and 767 aircraft with PW4000 engines.
Rick Deurloo, President of Commercial Engines at Pratt & Whitney, expressed, “United and Pratt & Whitney share a celebrated history as pioneers of commercial air travel. As well as a commitment to more sustainable aviation as we look forward.”
‘GTF engines will enable United to get the most out of their A321neo and A321XLR aircraft. Further delivering the industry-leading payload, range, and environmental performance for those aircraft types,” added Mr. Deurloo.
About GTF
The Pratt & Whitney GTF engine, in collaboration with Collins Aerospace nacelle and engine accessories, offers exceptional fuel efficiency. Further, significantly lower greenhouse gas emissions for the Airbus A320neo family.
Aircraft powered by GTF engines can achieve fuel consumption and CO2 emission reductions of 16% to 20%. Subsequently, NOx emissions reductions of up to 50%. Ultimately, noise footprint reductions of up to 75% compared to previous-generation aircraft.
The GTF engines are certified to operate using up to 50% sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). They have successfully undergone tests with 100% SAF. This further makes them well-prepared to contribute to further carbon footprint reductions in line with the aviation industry’s goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.
The engine’s innovative, geared fan architecture serves as the foundation for even more efficient and sustainable propulsion technologies in the future. Further, including advancements like the Pratt & Whitney GTF Advantage™ engine and beyond.
*The reductions mentioned are in comparison to prior-generation aircraft and are based on a 75 dB noise contour and ICAO CAEP/6 emissions regulations.
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