“With the Advantage70 about to enter service, our customers will see first-hand the benefits associated with this technology upgrade,” said Andrew Tanner, vice president, product line management. “The Advantage70 engines will help operators cut their fuel costs and increase time on wing.”
The company claims that its Advantage70 technology delivers superior engine performance, including a 2% thrust increase, a 1% reduction in fuel consumption, increased durability, and reduced maintenance costs. The first PW4170 Advantage70 engines for the A330-200 are scheduled to enter service with Air Comet next month.
Pratt & Whitney is a designer, manufacturer and service provider of aircraft engines, industrial gas turbines and space propulsion systems.
Air Caraibes is the regional airline of the French Caribbean.
