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| Posted: Fri Jul 04, 2008 9:26 am Post subject: Aero-News: Quote of the Day (07.04.08) |
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"The ground test program has been a complete success and the Geared Turbofan engine has met or exceeded all performance targets. This demonstrator engine has confirmed the laboratory results of our Fan Drive Gear System demonstrating excellent efficiency and operational characteristics. The double-digit reductions in fuel burn, engine noise, environmental emissions and operating costs we've targeted make the Geared Turbofan engine the best solution for the next generation of commercial aircraft." Source: Bob Saia, Pratt & Whitney vice president, Next Generation Product Family. The enginemaker announced Wednesday its new Geared Turbofan has completed its second phase of ground testing, and has been cleared for flight tests later this year.
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