EASA Approves Type Certification of Pratt & Whitney’s GTF Advantage

Pratt & Whitney, an RTX business, has announced that the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has validated the type certification of its GTF Advantage engine. This important milestone follows certification by the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) earlier this year, marking another step toward the engine’s planned entry into commercial service in 2026.

The EASA validation confirms that the next-generation engine meets all European regulatory and performance standards, reinforcing Pratt & Whitney’s global progress toward deploying its most advanced geared turbofan model.

A Major Milestone for GTF Technology

“EASA certification marks another critical milestone for the GTF Advantage program, demonstrating our ongoing commitment to deliver value for our customers,” said Rick Deurloo, president of Commercial Engines at Pratt & Whitney. “With enhanced payload and range capability, and a more durable configuration that delivers up to double the time on wing, the GTF Advantage will be a game-changer for operators.”

The GTF Advantage engine represents the latest evolution of Pratt & Whitney’s Geared Turbofan (GTF) architecture, which has already transformed single-aisle aircraft performance through significant reductions in fuel burn, emissions, and noise.

Higher Thrust and Improved Efficiency

Designed for superior performance in all flight environments, the GTF Advantage engine delivers 4% more takeoff thrust at sea level airports and up to 8% more at high-altitude airports compared to current GTF engines. These improvements translate into stronger payload capabilities, greater range, and better operational flexibility for airlines operating in challenging conditions.

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The engine also offers improved fuel efficiency, contributing to lower operating costs and reduced carbon emissions. Fully intermixable and interchangeable with existing GTF engines, the GTF Advantage will ultimately become Pratt & Whitney’s new production standard for single-aisle aircraft propulsion.

Advanced Engineering for Greater Durability

The GTF Advantage incorporates the most advanced “hot section” technology available in the single-aisle engine market, enhancing both durability and thermal efficiency. These innovations are the result of extensive research and engineering aimed at pushing the limits of high-temperature material performance and cooling technology.

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In parallel, Pratt & Whitney recently unveiled Hot Section Plus (HS+), a performance upgrade package for current GTF engines derived directly from GTF Advantage technology. The HS+ upgrade delivers up to 95% of the GTF Advantage’s durability improvements, allowing existing operators to benefit from longer time on wing and improved reliability without waiting for new engine deliveries.

Shaping the Future of Single-Aisle Aviation

With the GTF Advantage program progressing on schedule, Pratt & Whitney continues to advance its mission of improving aircraft efficiency and sustainability. The EASA validation, combined with FAA certification, positions the company to introduce a new benchmark in propulsion performance—one that offers airlines around the world greater power, efficiency, and operational value as the aviation industry transitions toward a more sustainable future.

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