A View From Above: Robert Saia Pratt & Whitney
Episode Description
An interview from the recent Wharton Aerospace Conference.
Brief Summary
Pratt & Whitney discusses new geared turbo fan technology improving fuel efficiency and reducing emissions in commercial aviation.
Key points
- Economic Turmoil in Airlines. The airline industry faces significant economic challenges, including high costs and low fares.
- Innovative Engine Technology. Pratt Whitney introduces geared turbo fan technology to improve efficiency and reduce emissions.
- Major Environmental Impact. New engine designs aim to significantly reduce emissions and noise levels.
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Episode highlights
- Economic Turmoil in AirlinesThe airline industry faces significant economic challenges, including high costs and low fares.“The airline industry is under a lot of economic turmoil.”1:02Apr 6, 2010
- Innovative Engine TechnologyPratt Whitney introduces geared turbo fan technology to improve efficiency and reduce emissions.“We basically skip a generation in efficiency improvement.”6:05Apr 6, 2010
- Major Environmental ImpactNew engine designs aim to significantly reduce emissions and noise levels.“We drop engine noise by 50%.”6:12Apr 6, 2010
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