RTX’s Pratt & Whitney Canada signs PW127M maintenance agreement with Emerald Airlines
Comprehensive engine support will strengthen Emerald Airlines’ regional operations through 2030
LONDON, July 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — At the Farnborough International Airshow, Pratt & Whitney Canada, a subsidiary of RTX (NYSE: RTX), announced the signing of a nearly five-year contract with Emerald Airlines. This agreement will provide comprehensive maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services for the PW127M engines used in ATR 72-600 regional turboprop aircraft.
Anthony Rossi, Vice President of Pratt & Whitney Canada, stated, “We worked with Emerald Airlines to develop a customized and inclusive solution that will optimize their future engine maintenance costs, deliver dependable performance, and ensure dispatch availability. This agreement reflects our broader commitment to invest in and expand our MRO capabilities as we continue to grow alongside our customers.”
The primary maintenance work to support Emerald Airlines is set to be conducted at Pratt & Whitney Canada’s facility in Singapore, which specializes in MRO front-line services for turboprop engines. Additional support will be provided from the business’s Montreal location.
Richard Spencer, Chief Operating Officer of Emerald Airlines, expressed satisfaction with the extended partnership, noting, “We’re pleased to extend our partnership with Pratt & Whitney Canada through 2030, giving us long-term certainty across our fleet. This comprehensive MRO program delivers peace of mind, with predictable costs and the ability to plan our operations with confidence, while also aligning with the needs of our aircraft lessors.”
The PW100 engine family offers significant efficiency benefits for routes of 350 miles or less, achieving fuel savings of 25% to 40% and corresponding reductions in CO2 emissions compared to similar-sized regional jets. Furthermore, these engines are compatible with biofuels and certified to operate with up to a 50% blend of synthetic aviation fuel.
About Pratt & Whitney
Pratt & Whitney, an RTX business, is a world leader in designing, manufacturing, and servicing aircraft engines and auxiliary power units for military, commercial, and civil aviation customers. Since its inception in 1925, Pratt & Whitney has pioneered revolutionary aircraft propulsion technologies, supporting over 90,000 in-service engines through a global network of maintenance, repair, and overhaul facilities.
About RTX
With more than 180,000 global employees, RTX pushes the boundaries of technology and science to redefine global connectivity and protection. Leveraging industry-leading capabilities, the company advances aviation, engineers integrated defense systems for operational success, and develops next-generation technology solutions to help global customers address critical challenges. RTX projects sales of over $88 billion for 2025 and is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.
About Emerald Airlines
Established in 2021, Emerald Airlines is the exclusive operator of the Aer Lingus Regional route network, providing connectivity between Ireland, the UK, and France. The airline has been recognized as Aviation Company of the Year and offers a comprehensive range of services, including franchise operations, ACMI wet lease, and private charter flights.
Source: RTX (Raytheon) (2026-07-21 05:00:00)
