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New Engine Could Rev Green Flight

Less fuel, emissions, and noise

By Peter Fearon,  Newser Staff

Posted Jun 26, 2008 10:20 AM CDT
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(Newser) – In what is being hailed as the most exciting development in commercial aviation technology in years, Pratt & Whitney has developed a revolutionary jet engine that burns up to 15% less fuel and cuts carbon emissions by 1,500 tons per plane per year. The engine, which is also quieter and cheaper to maintain, could revolutionize the industry, reported Wired.

"For the next generation of single-aisle aircraft, there's no question that engine performance will be key," said a Pratt & Whitney spokesman. "Both economically and environmentally, this engine will deliver significant benefits."

Boeing says the 787 Dreamliner is 20 percent more fuel-efficient and produces 20 percent fewer emissions than similarly sized aircraft.
Boeing says the 787 Dreamliner is 20 percent more fuel-efficient and produces 20 percent fewer emissions than similarly sized aircraft.   (Getty Images)
An Airbus superjumbo A380 in flight. Airbus is developing alternative fuels as world aviation seeks new ways cut emissions.
An Airbus superjumbo A380 in flight. Airbus is developing alternative fuels as world aviation seeks new ways cut emissions.   (AP Photo)
Pratt & Whitney has developed a new engine that could revolutionize the commercial aviation industry. It uses 15% less fuel, produced less emissions and is quieter and cheaper to maintain.
Pratt & Whitney has developed a new engine that could revolutionize the commercial aviation industry. It uses 15% less fuel, produced less emissions and is quieter and cheaper to maintain.   (Pratt & Whitney)
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