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Which Aircraft Use General Electric's GE90 Turbofan Engines?
General Electric GE90 turbofan engines have been powering aircraft in the Boeing 777 family for over 30 years.
Why Do Engines Deteriorate Faster In Desert Regions?
Airlines operating in desert regions face much higher costs for engine maintenance due to sand particles in the air.
How Does Precipitation Affect Jet Engines?
There are several factors involved in ensuring jets can fly safely through rain, ice, and snow.
5 Ways Cold Weather Influences Aircraft Engine Performance
With winter approaching fast, here are some of the ways that an aircraft engine's performance is affected in a cold environment.
5 Design Benefits Of Rear Mounted Engines On Private Jets
A large majority of private jets feature engines on the aft fuselage.
How Many Revolutions Do Different Aircraft Engine Types Complete Per Minute?
Not all parts of modern jet engines rotate at the same speed.
How Do Airlines Choose Engine Suppliers When Multiple Choices Are Available?
Aircraft mission requirements, engine cost, fuel efficiency, and cost of maintenance are major deciding factors for airlines.
How Much Do Aircraft Engines Weigh?
The weight of modern jet engines is typically characterized in terms of the Thrust to Weight ratio.
Pratt & Whitney Celebrates 40th Anniversary Of IAE V2500 Engine Program
40 years ago, Pratt & Whitney created the IAE partnership, which produced one of the world's most successful and efficient airliner engines.
The Wonders & Benefits Of Aircraft Engines' Nose Cones
The soft rubber tip on the IAE V2500 spinner cone prevents ice from forming.
What After-Market Support Do Engine Manufacturers Offer Their Customers?
OEMs offer a variety of after-market services to engine customers.
Two Types Of Turbofans: How Do Direct Drive And Geared Engines Differ?
The geared turbofan optimizes the fan tip speeds depending on the thrust requirements.
What Are The Differences Between Aircraft Gas Turbines And Industrial Gas Turbines?
With an identical working principle, the two types differ in performance requirements and operability.
What Are Power Hazard Areas At Airports?
Aircraft movements at and around the airport pose significant hazards on the ground.
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In 35 Years Pratt & Whitney’s PW4000-94 Engine Has Clocked 150 Million Flight Hours
We take a closer look at the PW4000-94 engine, from its inception to powering the mighty Boeing 747.
The World's Most Powerful Aircraft Engines
Aircraft engines have gotten bigger and better over the years.
How Are Airliner Engines Overhauled?
Aircraft engines go through a step-wise overhaul process that includes cleaning and inspection, disassembly, repair or replace, assembly, and testing.
