United’s Fleet “Problem”

United’s Fleet “Problem”

by | Oct 6, 2021 | Airlines | 0 comments

At the recent IATA AGM, United’s COO Andrew Nocella shared a concern with Flight Global.  Essentially United needs to replace two types by the end of the decade – the 757-300 and the 50-seat RJ.  The concern expressed is not as much of a problem for other airlines and...

The Evolution of the Pratt & Whitney Geared Turbofan Engine

by | Mar 22, 2016 | Airbus, Boeing, CFM International, General Electric, International Aerospace, Lufthansa, Northwest Airlines, Pratt & Whitney, Rolls-Royce, Royal Jordanian | 3 comments

As Pratt & Whitney’s new engine starts to operate it is interesting to review its long gestation.   The start of the GTF goes far back to an engine few recall, named the “SuperFan”.  This engine was sold to Airbus for the first A340.  It is rare to find an image...