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Volaris Selects Pratt & Whitney GTF™ Engines to Power an Additional 64 Airbus A321neo Aircraft

Today, Volaris, a subsidiary of RTX, and Pratt & Whitney announced that the airline has chosen GTF engines to power an additional 64 A321neo aircraft. Through a long-term contract with EngineWise® Maintenance, Pratt & Whitney will also offer Volaris with engine maintenance. The airline’s prior choice of GTF engines for 153 A320neo family aircraft takes Volaris’ total commitment to 217 GTF-powered purchased and leased aircraft.

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Enrique Beltranena, CEO of Volaris, stated that the new GTF-powered A321neo aircraft “will drive our growth while being mindful of our environmental footprint.” “With this engine-and-aircraft combination, we’ll be able to fly even more passengers, farther, and at some of the lowest costs, fuel consumption, and emissions per seat in the Americas.”

Low-cost carrier Volaris is a subsidiary of Indigo Partners with its headquarters in Mexico City. It was the first airline in North America to fly the A320neo, and it presently runs 53 V2500®-powered A320ceo family aircraft and 70 GTF-powered A320neo family aircraft. About 600,000 metric tonnes of carbon emissions, 60 million gallons (200 million liters) of fuel, and more than a million kilograms of NOx emissions have all been saved by the airline by using GTF engines.

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According to Rick Deurloo, president of Commercial Engines at Pratt & Whitney, “Volaris knows how important low fuel consumption and emissions are to their business model and environmental leadership. Volaris is a leading low-cost carrier with a strong focus on sustainability.” The fact that Volaris chose the GTF engine for this follow-on order “is a testament to the value the engine is already delivering today, and we look forward to powering the airline’s expansion in the years to come,” said the manufacturer.

Airlines

Air India to Launch aircraft maintenance training institute in Bengaluru

Air India, one of India’s leading global airlines, is set to establish a Basic Maintenance Training Organization (BMTO) in Bengaluru.

This institute will offer a comprehensive Aircraft Maintenance Engineering (AME) program certified by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). The program will follow an integrated 2+2 year structure, combining classroom learning with practical, hands-on training.

This initiative is part of Air India’s broader goal of creating a robust aviation ecosystem in India. With plans to expand its fleet and strengthen its operations, the airline aims to build a skilled workforce of maintenance engineers, making the organization self-reliant while supporting its ambitious transformation journey.

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To bring this vision to life, air india has partnered with Bengaluru Airport City Limited (BACL), a subsidiary of Bangalore International Airport Limited (BIAL). Together, they will develop a state-of-the-art facility spanning 86,000 square feet at Bengaluru Airport City.

This purpose-built campus will feature modern classrooms, well-equipped laboratories, and qualified trainers to deliver world-class education and training. The institute is expected to become operational by mid-2026.

The BMTO will be located close to Air India’s new 12-bay Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facility, also set to open in Bengaluru by early 2026. The AME program will begin with two years of academic coursework, followed by two years of practical training at the MRO, ensuring students receive hands-on experience adhering to industry standards.

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In the meantime, Air India has introduced a Cadet AME program in collaboration with reputable institutions in Bengaluru and Hyderabad.

This ensures continuity in its commitment to developing skilled aircraft maintenance engineers while the BMTO facility is under construction. The program also allows students to pursue a bachelor’s degree through university partnerships, enhancing their career and academic opportunities.

With this initiative, air india plane aims to address the growing demand for skilled professionals in aircraft maintenance and engineering, air india new planes contributing to the development of India’s aviation sector and creating specialized career paths for aspiring engineers.