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Pratt & Whitney Top Stories
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• Oliver Johnson
Pratt & Whitney and Airbus
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2024-05-04T03:32:50.780768-07:00 •
JetBlue Revives Its Inaugural Airbus A320 After Retirement
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2024-05-03T13:33:43.806483-07:00 •
IAF Advances Fleet Upgrade with Second Airbus C295 Delivery
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2024-05-03T01:53:35.683854-07:00 •
Delta Launches A350 with 2024 Team USA Olympic Livery
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2024-05-02T16:10:08.345776-07:00 •
Airbus Seeks Compensation for Spirit AeroSystems Operations
Pratt & Whitney and JetBlue
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2024-05-04T03:32:50.780768-07:00 •
JetBlue Revives Its Inaugural Airbus A320 After Retirement
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2024-04-30T09:43:04.489993-07:00 •
JetBlue Extends A320 Service Amid A321neo Pratt Engine Issues
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2024-04-24T21:27:54.857583-07:00 •
JetBlue Acknowledges Crew for Resilience Amid Challenges
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2024-04-24T06:07:37.985836-07:00 •
JetBlue Revolutionizes PaxEx with Enhanced Inflight Entertainment Features
Pratt & Whitney and RTX
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2024-05-02T07:51:02.096922-07:00 •
Chris Calio Appointed as RTX's New CEO
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2024-04-29T12:13:31.767411-07:00 •
South Korea Enhances Defense Capabilities with SM-3 Purchase and Domestic Missile Development
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2024-04-29T11:43:59.221737-07:00 •
Sener Secures Raytheon Contract for Patriot Missile Production Enhancement
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2024-04-29T06:42:34.350925-07:00 •
Pratt & Whitney Secures $65.8M F100 Engine Maintenance Contract for RSAF F-15s
Pratt & Whitney and Saudi Arabia
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2024-05-03T14:53:23.399795-07:00 •
Boeing's F-15EX Joins Saudi Fighter Jet Contest
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2024-04-29T23:26:07.996864-07:00 •
Saudi Space Agency Partners with WEF for New Space C4IR Center
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2024-04-29T06:42:34.350925-07:00 •
Pratt & Whitney Secures $65.8M F100 Engine Maintenance Contract for RSAF F-15s
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2024-04-16T11:11:44.426776-07:00 •
Arab Coalition's Defense of Israel vs. Iran Poses Strategic Complexities
Pratt & Whitney News and Events
2024-05-02T05:43:47.821087-07:00 •
Pratt & Whitney Canada Tackles Supply Chain Hurdles with Innovations
Despite easing supply chain constraints, Pratt & Whitney Canada faces challenges in meeting increased demand for new and serviced engines.
2024-04-30T13:03:11.568449-07:00 •
MTU Advances in Reducing GTF Overhaul Times
New protocols by MTU Aero Engines aim to accelerate the Pratt & Whitney PW1000G gearbox's turnaround time, addressing overhaul delays.
2024-04-29T06:42:34.350925-07:00 •
Pratt & Whitney Secures $65.8M F100 Engine Maintenance Contract for RSAF F-15s
Under a new agreement, valued at $65.8 million, Pratt & Whitney will supply spare parts and engine services for the Royal Saudi Air Force's F-15 fleet through mid-2025.
2024-04-25T01:59:44.806324-07:00 •
Wizz Air Targets $375M Profit in FY24, Despite Engine Troubles Impacting Fleet
Amid operational challenges, including grounding 20% of its fleet due to Pratt & Whitney engine inspections, Wizz Air revises its profit expectations while maintaining a positive outlook for the 2024 fiscal year.
2024-04-23T18:10:55.923827-07:00 •
Hawaiian Airlines to Fully Restore A321neo Fleet Amid Engine Troubles
In the coming weeks, Hawaiian Airlines plans to reactivate its entire fleet of Airbus A321neos, sidelined due to Pratt & Whitney engine complications, ensuring minimal disruption to its operations.
2024-04-23T11:39:07.468718-07:00 •
GTF Groundings Reach Peak, RTX Provides Limited Details
RTX has indicated the peak of Pratt & Whitney's GTF engine groundings, with limited disclosure on the impact extent, despite growing industry scrutiny.
2024-04-23T01:02:21.329798-07:00 •
Volaris Achieves $33M Q1 Profit Amid GTF-Powered Aircraft Groundings
Navigating through operational challenges, Mexican budget carrier Volaris reports a notable first-quarter profit of $33 million for the first time since 2019, despite reduced capacity due to groundings of Pratt & Whitney GTF engines.
2024-04-17T06:22:37.743993-07:00 •
Pratt & Whitney Canada Celebrates 500th PT6 E-Series Engine Production Milestone
Pratt & Whitney Canada marks a significant milestone with the production of its 500th PT6 E-Series engine, achieving over 200,000 flight hours, a testament to its reliability and performance.
2024-04-11T17:06:49.944598-07:00 •
Pratt & Whitney Expands MRO Capacity in Florida
Amid growing aftermarket demands, Pratt & Whitney is significantly enhancing its MRO capabilities in the U.S. by investing in new facilities in Florida.
2024-04-10T21:46:30.737668-07:00 •
Cessna Caravan Milestone: Fleet Surpasses 25 Million Flight Hours
Textron Aviation's Cessna Caravan, the pinnacle of single-engine utility turboprops, has eclipsed 25 million flight hours, highlighting its dominant presence in general aviation.
2024-04-08T04:26:08.526191-07:00 •
Spirit Airlines Adjusts Fleet Strategy Amid Liquidity Efforts
Spirit Airlines has struck a deal with Airbus to defer aircraft deliveries, coupled with plans to furlough 260 pilots, in a comprehensive bid to enhance liquidity amid challenging times.
2024-04-02T14:38:21.686165-07:00 •
JetBlue PW1100G Engine Investigation Underway in Ireland
JetBlue Airways collaborates with Irish aviation safety investigators over a Pratt & Whitney PW1100G engine issue, sparking a detailed examination in Shannon, Ireland.
2024-03-29T13:19:46.424862-07:00 •
Spirit Airlines and Air Astana Secure Compensation from Pratt & Whitney for GTF Engine Issues
Pratt & Whitney has agreed to provide compensation packages to Spirit Airlines and Air Astana, addressing the operational impact of the geared turbofan (GTF) engine issues on their fleets.
2024-03-28T10:50:28.924022-07:00 •
Wizz Air Predicts Increase in Grounded Aircraft Due to Pratt & Whitney Engine Issues
Wizz Air anticipates the peak in aircraft groundings related to Pratt & Whitney's geared turbofan engine defects will occur within the next six to 12 months, extending beyond the manufacturer's initial forecasts.
2024-03-26T14:04:00.238949-07:00 •
Pratt & Whitney and FAA Advance SAF Emissions Research
In a collaborative effort, Pratt & Whitney, together with the FAA and academic partners, are deep diving into non-CO2 emissions, focusing on how 100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel can play a role in emission reduction.
2024-03-25T12:45:44.556952-07:00 •
Pratt & Whitney Secures Full FY 2024 Funding for F-35 F135 Engine Upgrade
Allocated $497m for the F135 Engine Core Upgrade, Pratt & Whitney sets to enhance the F-35 propulsion system, aiming for Block 4 capabilities implementation by 2029.
2024-03-22T11:26:17.726344-07:00 •
FAA Mandates Rotor Replacement on PW1100G Engines Following 2022 Incident
Airlines operating with Pratt & Whitney's PW1100G engines are required to replace a critical rotor, addressing a misalignment issue that led to an in-flight engine shutdown last year.
2024-03-22T09:49:56.677220-07:00 •
UK and P&W Commit to Advancing Non-CO2 Aviation Emission Reductions
The UK government and Pratt & Whitney are spearheading initiatives to address the aerospace sector's non-CO2 emissions through funding for R&D and a new study on GTF combustor technology.
2024-03-19T12:48:19.828016-07:00 •
JetBlue Realignment: Major Cuts and Los Angeles Service Overhaul
In a strategic move to achieve profitability, JetBlue is eliminating several routes, including international destinations, and overhauling its Los Angeles operations.
2024-03-14T12:13:03.175086-07:00 •
Air Transat Adapts to Engine Issues with Fleet Expansion
Facing setbacks from grounded A321LRs due to Pratt & Whitney engine malfunctions, Air Transat proactively increases its fleet with new leases and aircraft orders to mitigate capacity challenges.
2024-03-13T10:15:05.797274-07:00 •
Aegean Airlines Targets 7% Capacity Growth Amid A320neo GTF Engine Issues
Despite aircraft availability challenges due to Pratt & Whitney GTF engine maintenance on its Airbus A320neo fleet, Aegean Airlines plans a 7% increase in scheduled capacity.
2024-03-12T23:06:25.666109-07:00 •
Icelandair Opts for Pratt & Whitney Power for New Airbus A320 Fleet
In a significant fleet modernization move, Icelandair has selected Pratt & Whitney engines to power its Airbus A320 aircraft, marking a key decision in enhancing PaxEx.
2024-03-05T05:52:29.230622-08:00 •
airBaltic Triumphs with Record Profit Despite Engine Woes; Eyes IPO
Latvian carrier airBaltic posted an exceptional profit of EUR 34 million in 2023, overcoming significant engine challenges and planning a potential Initial Public Offering (IPO) for 2024.
2024-03-04T09:41:52.609562-08:00 •
Piper M700 Turboprop Receives FAA Certification with Enhanced Power
The new Piper M700, surpassing its predecessor with a 700-shp Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-52 engine, promises advanced performance by offering 100 shp more than the M600.
2024-03-04T05:08:29.006123-08:00 •
Icelandair Commits to Pratt & Whitney GTF Engines for New Airbus A320neo Fleet
Icelandair is set to enhance its fleet with up to 35 Airbus A320neo Family aircraft, powered by Pratt & Whitney's GTF engines, including both leased and purchased A321XLR and A321LR jets.
2024-03-03T07:56:34.717842-08:00 •
Vietnam Airlines Temporarily Grounds Fleet Segment for Engine Maintenance
Due to engine issues, Vietnam Airlines has initiated maintenance operations on 12 aircraft, as detailed in a recent VnExpress report.
2024-02-29T04:35:31.537522-08:00 •
MTU Aero Engines Pursues Compensation From Pratt & Whitney for GTF-Related Losses
MTU Aero Engines is negotiating with Pratt & Whitney for financial restitution after GTF engine issues contribute to the firm's unprecedented loss.
2024-02-22T12:47:59.292663-08:00 •
Pratt & Whitney Accelerates GTF Spare Parts Production Amid Engine Inspections
As Pratt & Whitney's PW1100G engines undergo mandatory checks for component cracks, the aerospace manufacturer is ensuring affected units receive new, full-life replacement parts.
2024-02-22T12:38:48.681282-08:00 •
JetBlue Awaits Engine Inspections, Projects 11 Aircraft Groundings in 2024
Due to necessary Pratt & Whitney PW1100G engine inspections, JetBlue anticipates an average grounding of 11 Airbus narrowbody jets throughout 2024.
2024-02-20T20:22:18.161167-08:00 •
JetSMART Expands Fleet with Pratt & Whitney-Powered A320neo Family Aircraft
JetSMART has contracted Pratt & Whitney's GTF engines for an additional 35 Airbus A320neo family aircraft, incorporating the long-range A321XLR, enhancing its ultra-low-cost operations.
2024-02-20T00:13:02.896214-08:00 •
Embraer Manages Pratt & Whitney Engine Challenges with Confidence
Despite facing challenges with Pratt & Whitney engines, Embraer exhibits resilience and maintains a strong partnership with the engine manufacturer, ensuring minimal impact on operations.
2024-02-19T22:46:23.053140-08:00 •
Cebu Pacific Expands Fleet with Additional Pratt & Whitney GTF-Enabled A321neos and A320neos
Cebu Pacific Air reinforces its commitment to modernizing its fleet by augmenting its order with Pratt & Whitney for GTF engines, powering an additional 10 A321neos and five A320neos.
2024-02-19T01:03:26.954755-08:00 •
Pratt & Whitney Expands Singapore Engine Center to Accelerate GTF Production
The Singapore-based engine center, Eagle Services Asia, witnesses a significant 48,000 square-foot expansion by Pratt & Whitney, aiming to enhance GTF engine output by two-thirds in 2024.
2024-02-18T06:21:01.292278-08:00 •
Safran Undeterred by Pratt & Whitney's GTF Advantage Upgrade
Safran's CFM International has no current plans to counter Pratt & Whitney's improved PW1100G engine, despite its enhanced fuel efficiency and durability.
2024-02-17T19:35:26.870179-08:00 •
Aero-Engine Makers Chart Future with Sustainable Propulsion
Aero-engine giants Pratt & Whitney, CFM International, and Rolls-Royce are intensifying efforts in sustainable aviation technologies to meet decarbonization goals.
2024-02-13T22:57:43.409762-08:00 •
Pratt & Whitney Secures F100 Engine Sustainment Deal with South Korea
The renewed PBL contract by Pratt & Whitney ensures continued support for the ROKAF's fleet of fighter aircraft powered by F100 engines.
2024-02-13T17:36:25.052837-08:00 •
Boeing and Pratt & Whitney Expand Operations in India
Boeing and Pratt & Whitney are launching new initiatives in India, aiming to strengthen their market presence and enhance local industry partnerships.
2024-02-13T09:33:51.819487-08:00 •
Pratt & Whitney's West Palm Beach Workers Approve New 3-Year Labor Agreement
Around 600 IAM Local 971 employees, including machinists and mechanics, have endorsed a fresh labor deal with Pratt & Whitney, ensuring stability at the West Palm Beach plant.
2024-02-13T07:12:38.536292-08:00 •
Pratt & Whitney to Scale IDCC Bengaluru Workforce to 300 by 2027
The inauguration of Pratt & Whitney's India Digital Capability Center (IDCC) signifies a strategic expansion in Bengaluru, with a workforce goal set for 2027 and collaboration with other Raytheon Technologies entities.
2024-02-12T10:49:15.673915-08:00 •
Pratt & Whitney Advances NGAP with Completion of Key Design Milestone
Pratt & Whitney has successfully concluded a pivotal design review for its Next-Generation Adaptive Propulsion technology, progressing closer to the detailed design phase.
2024-02-12T02:19:24.867793-08:00 •
Pratt & Whitney's XA103 Enters Next Phase Towards NGAD Deployment
Advancing towards the anticipated detailed design review, Pratt & Whitney's XA103 engine, a critical component of the US Air Force's NGAD program, has made notable developmental progress.
2024-02-07T10:13:38.262847-08:00 •
Collins Aerospace Advances F-35's EPACS, Pratt & Whitney Eyes 2029 for Engine Upgrade
The F-35 Lightning II's performance upgrade path continues with Collins Aerospace completing a key development phase for its EPACS, while Pratt & Whitney anticipates delivery of an enhanced engine by 2029 amidst budgetary concerns.
