The powerplant features changes to the compressor and turbine and the manufacturer predicts a doubling of the life of the hot section, combustor and turbine, together with a reduction of 3-4% in specific fuel consumption.
Source: Flight Daily News
Rolls-Royce is to close its electrical business having failed to find a buyer for the fledgling unit.
Germany’s DLR aerospace research centre has for the first time measured the emissions from a turboprop aircraft with both engines running on 100% synthetic fuel while on the ground.
The US Department of Defense is affirming its commitment to delivering an engine upgrade for the Lockheed Martin F-35 stealth fighter, with a recent $1.3 billion contract to propulsion supplier Pratt & Whitney to fund continued development of the initiative.
