Mon, Apr 11, 2011
Hopes To Have Re-Engined Aircraft Flying By October 2015
Airbus officials said this week that they can get their
re-engined A320neo flying as early as six months ahead of their
previously-announced schedule.
Airbus said in a news release that the principal factor in the
advancement of the schedule is the emergence of Pratt &
Whitney’s PW1100G turbofan as the lead development engine for
the A320neo Family, which is says will pave the way for the
industrial development phase to begin in earnest. In addition, with
total A320neo Family commitments now already in excess of 300,
Airbus has responded to what it calls "spectacular market
reception" by bringing forward the entry-into-service from 2016 to
October 2015.
The A320neo incorporates new more efficient engines and large
"Sharklet" wing tip devices, which the company says together with
the new engines will deliver up to 15 percent in fuel savings. This
will represent some 3,600 tonnes less CO2 per aircraft, per year.
In addition, Airbus estimates that the A320neo will provide a
double-digit reduction in NOx emissions and reduced engine
noise.
“The exceptional market demand for the A320neo Family as
airlines recognize the operational, economic and environmental
advantages which the neo will deliver, has encouraged us to advance
the entry into service date to October 2015,” says John
Leahy, Airbus’ Chief Operating Officer, Customers.
“Together with our engine partners, Pratt & Whitney and
CFMI, we’re making every possible effort to bring the first
A320neo aircraft into service for our customers as quickly as
possible."
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