How Pratt & Whitney’s Game-Changing GTF Engine Created Problems Airlines Weren’t Prepared For
2026-06-05
When Pratt & Whitney introduced the geared turbofan, or GTF, engine, it was hailed as one of the most important advances in commercial aviation propulsion in decades. By solving the long-standing aerodynamic compromise between fan and turbine speeds through a reduction gearbox, the engine delivered dramatic gains in fuel efficiency,Continue Reading