How The Airbus A220’s Engine Efficiency Is Changing Regional Travel

By powering both the Airbus A220 and the Embraer E-Jet E2 families, the Pratt & Whitney GTF dominates the 100-150 seat class of regional jets. The engine is much more efficient than the engines it replaces, including the Rolls-Royce BR700 found on the Boeing 717. Until now, the engine had proven reasonably reliable, although issues are now emerging. Still, the fuel-efficient engine has had a significant positive effect on regional air travel.