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RTX's Pratt & Whitney Canada and Gulfstream successfully complete first 100%
SAF transatlantic flight with G600 business jet powered by PW800 engines
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Pioneering flight supports aviation industry's goal of achieving net-zero CO2
emissions
LONGUEUIL, Quebec, Nov. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Pratt & Whitney Canada and
Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. today announced the successful completion of the
first transatlantic flight using sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) with both
PW815GA engines on a Gulfstream business jet. Pratt & Whitney is an RTX (NYSE:
RTX) business.
"Collaborating with airframe manufacturers such as Gulfstream is an important
part of our long-standing efforts to ensure SAF compatibility across all our
engines, which have already been certified to operate with up to 50% SAF
blends for more than a decade," said Anthony Rossi, vice president of Sales &
Marketing at Pratt & Whitney Canada. "With this transatlantic flight, we are
effectively demonstrating both engine and aircraft functionality in a fully
operational setting to support future specifications for 100% SAF, which will
be critical to achieving a more sustainable future of net-zero CO2 emissions
for aviation in the decades ahead. Future 100% SAF operational approval will
add to the versatility, reliability, and fuel efficiency of the PW815GA engine
to benefit Gulfstream and our customers."
The Gulfstream G600 flew on Nov. 19 from Savannah, Georgia to Farnborough,
United Kingdom, with both engines powered by 100% Hydro processed Esters and
Fatty Acids (neat HEFA), which has at least 70% lower lifecycle CO2emissions
than fossil-based jet fuel. The SAF used on the flight was produced by World
Energy and delivered by World Fuel Services.
"For more than a decade, we have worked closely with Pratt & Whitney Canada to
power a new generation of our business jets using the PW800 engine," said Mike
Burns, president, Gulfstream. "The G600 entered service in 2019 powered by
twin PW815GA engines and the aircraft has consistently delivered on our
promises to our customers. The performance of the aircraft on the first
transatlantic flight using 100% SAF showcases our commitment to leading the
industry in sustainability innovation through new aircraft and propulsion
technologies, while promoting environmentally responsible practices."
Pratt & Whitney Canada engines have achieved more than one billion hours of
flight across the entire fleet since the introduction of the PT6 turboprop
engine in 1963. The PW800 engine family has contributed more than 330,000
hours towards this milestone which underscores the trust and confidence placed
of aircraft operators worldwide. Read more about Pratt & Whitney's history of
innovation here.
About Pratt & Whitney
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About RTX
RTX is the world's largest aerospace and defense company. With more than
180,000 global employees, we push the limits of technology and science to
redefine how we connect and protect our world. Through industry-leading
businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon – we are
advancing aviation, engineering integrated defense systems for operational
success, and developing next-generation technology solutions and manufacturing
to help global customers address their most critical challenges. The company,
with 2022 sales of $67 billion, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.
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Pratt & Whitney, Gulfstream Achieve Milestone Transatlantic Flight
On Nov 20, 2023, Pratt & Whitney Canada and Gulfstream successfully completed the first transatlantic flight using sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) with a Gulfstream business jet powered by PW800 engines. This pioneering flight supports the aviation industry's goal of achieving net-zero CO2 emissions. The flight, which took place on Nov 19, utilized 100% Hydro processed Esters and Fatty Acids (neat HEFA) as the SAF, resulting in at least 70% lower lifecycle CO2 emissions compared to fossil-based jet fuel. The SAF was produced by World Energy and delivered by World Fuel Services.
