Aviation
GE9X engine achieves FAA certification
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EVENDALE, OH – SEPTEMBER 28, 2020 – GE Aviation announced today its GE9X engine has been certified by the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) authorities, a key milestone in its journey to power the new twin-engine Boeing 777X family.
The FAR (Federal Aviation Regulation) Part 33 certification involved eight test engines. This certification achievement culminates GE Aviation’s renewal of its commercial jet engine portfolio, including the GEnx for the Boeing 787 Dreamliner and the CFM LEAP engine.
The GE9X test engines completed just under 5,000 hours and 8,000 cycles for certification.
“Just as the GE90 pioneered new technology for commercial aircraft engines more than 25 years ago on the Boeing 777, the GE9X sets the new standard for engine performance and efficiency thanks to the incorporation of GE’s most advanced technologies developed over the last decade,” said Bill Fitzgerald, vice president and general manager of Commercial Engines Operation for GE Aviation.
The GE9X engine is designed to achieve 10 percent lower specific fuel consumption (SFC) compared to the GE90-115B and five percent better SFC than any other engine in its class. The engine will also operate with less smog-causing emissions than any other engine in its class.
“This milestone has been accomplished thanks to the tremendous efforts of the GE9X team and our partners,” said Karl Sheldon, GE9X program general manager. “The GE9X engine has been through a rigorous and thorough certification and testing process. We are pleased with the performance of the engine, which has been validated through extensive ground and flight testing. We are excited to deliver a mature, state-of-the-art product to operators around the world.”
GE’s focus remains working with Boeing to complete the 777X flight test program and entry into service. Eight GE9X test engines and two test spares have been produced and delivered to Seattle for Boeing’s four 777X test airplanes. Several GE9X production engines have been assembled, and GE Aviation is in the process of completing factory acceptance tests.
GE Aviation is currently conducting 3,000 hours of additional ground testing on the GE9X engine to support Extended Operations (ETOPS) approval. The GE9X team is also conducting maturation testing to help GE engineers prepare to support the engine in service.
For service and support of its customers, GE has established GE9X engine training courses at its Customer Technical Education Center (CTEC) facility in Cincinnati. A GE9X engine currently at CTEC is being used to develop lean maintenance practices that will be implemented in customer training modules and GE training procedures. Course work includes line maintenance, borescope and boroblend repair procedures, as well as fan stator removal and installation. The CTEC team is also working augmented reality/virtual reality (AR/VR) training courses to supplement the in-person training.
GE has received orders and commitments for more than 600 GE9X engines.
IHI Corporation, Safran Aircraft Engines, Safran Aero Boosters and MTU Aero Engines AG are participants in the GE9X engine program.
CFM is a 50/50 joint venture between GE Aviation and Safran Aircraft Engines.
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Aviation
Russia Proposes Joint Production of IL-76 Aircraft in India, Boosting ‘Make in India’ Initiative.
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The Indian Air Force (IAF) is on the lookout for next-generation Medium Transport Aircraft (MTA) to bolster its capabilities in transporting troops and military equipment to remote areas, particularly in the challenging mountainous border regions adjoining Pakistan and China.
In response, Russia’s United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) has proposed the manufacture of its advanced IL-76MD-90A transport aircraft in India.
Veterans of the Indian military have voiced strong support for Russia’s defense hardware. Lt. Colonel J.S. Sodhi (Retired) commended Russian transport aircraft for their reliability and performance. He highlighted the significant role that aircraft like the IL-76 and AN-32 have played in maintaining the operational effectiveness of the Indian Air Force over the years.
The IL-76MD-90A is a notable upgrade from the IL-76TD, an established workhorse in commercial transport. According to report, this modernized version is slated to enter production by the end of the decade, with initial deliveries expected in 2028. The IL-76TD-90A will draw from the military-focused IL-76MD-90A, which is already being produced.
This new model represents a crucial advancement as the existing fleet of over 100 IL-76TDs approaches the end of its service life. Originally built in Tashkent, these aircraft have proven their reliability over decades, and the IL-76TD-90A aims to extend this legacy with enhanced capabilities.
Beyond its traditional transport role, the IL-76 has also been adapted for various unique uses. Notably, the IL-76TD and IL-76TD-90VD variants have been modified for firefighting, equipped with water-dispensing systems and tanks that can hold up to 42 tonnes of water or fire retardant.
This adaptation has made the IL-76 an effective tool for combating wildfires, especially in difficult-to-reach areas. Additionally, the platform has been utilized for airborne early warning and control missions, demonstrating its versatility and adaptability. Il-76, is equipped with an extensive radar system mounted atop a rotating disc above the fuselage. This radar system provides long-range surveillance and command and control capabilities, making it invaluable for strategic defense and reconnaissance missions.
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