RTX's Pratt & Whitney marks delivery of first GTF Advantage-powered aircraft to United Airlines

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    "title": "RTX's Pratt & Whitney marks delivery of first GTF Advantage-powered aircraft to United Airlines",
    "excerpt": "Latest engine standard offers enhanced durability, increased range EAST HARTFORD, Conn. , Sept. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- United Airlines and Pratt & Whitney today marked the delivery of the first aircraft powered by Pratt & Whitney GTF Advantage™ engines, an Airbus A321XLR, to United. Pratt & Whitney is an RTX (NYSE: RTX ) business. \"The first delivery of a GTF Advantage-powered aircraft to United Airlines signifies a new chapter in our relationship that spans nearly a century,\" said Rick Deurloo, president, Commercial Engines, Pratt & Whitney. \"United will be the first to benefit from the world-class efficiency, durability and additional thrust capability of the GTF Advantage engine, which is particularly well-suited to the long-range A321XLR.\" \"We are excited to welcome Pratt & Whitney's newest GTF engine to our fleet. Pratt & Whitney has been a key supplier for United Airlines throughout our long, shared history, powering multiple United aircraft types,\" said Ankit Gupta, United Airlines Senior Vice President and Chief Air Operations Officer. \"GTF-powered aircraft are helping us reduce fuel burn and improve reliability as we add new destinations around the world for our customers.\" The GTF Advantage features the most state-of-the-art hot section in the single-aisle market. It will deliver up to twice the time on wing compared to today's GTF engine, along with 4-8% more...",
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