RTX’s Pratt & Whitney announced it has finalized engine and aftermarket agreements with Air Niugini to power the carrier’s 11 Airbus A220 planes with its GTF engines.
The deal was announced at the Farnborough International Airshow on July 24, 2024.
Air Niugini is a first time Pratt & Whitney customer, and the deal includes a full suite of support services with a 12-year EngineWise® Comprehensive agreement.
Air Niugini is the national carrier of Papua New Guinea based in the capital Port Moresby. It operates an extensive domestic network as well as internationally to Australia, Asia and the Pacific. The airline’s new fleet will deliver more capacity and greater reliability throughout its network.
“GTF engines offer unmatched payload and range, enabling Air Niugini to open new routes internationally, while benefiting from industry-leading fuel efficiency, and we look forward to supporting the airline’s fleet in the years ahead,” Rick Deurloo, President of Commercial Engines at Pratt & Whitney said in a statement.
“This is an exciting time for Air Niugini as we modernize our fleet,” said Gary Seddon, Chief Executive Officer of Air Niugini.
“By upgrading next-generation aircraft with the most efficient engines, this will revolutionize travel for our passengers, ensuring significant reduction in fuel consumption and emissions, while expanding our route offerings and enhancing passenger experience,” Seddon added.
