LONDON, July 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — At the Farnborough International Airshow, Pratt & Whitney, a part of RTX (NYSE: RTX), announced that Jackson Square Aviation (JSA), a prominent player in aviation leasing, has chosen the GTF engine to power an undisclosed number of Airbus A320neo family aircraft.
Rick Deurloo, president of Commercial Engines at Pratt & Whitney, noted, “This order underscores continued confidence in the GTF engine as we continue to build on our long-standing relationship with JSA to support the growing fleet of A320neo operators worldwide.”
Kevin McDonald, CEO of Jackson Square Aviation, emphasized, “GTF engines have been instrumental to our growth strategy for fleet and customer base expansion. The unmatched fuel efficiency and noise reduction are a game changer for A320neo operators.”
Currently, JSA holds a portfolio comprising 91 GTF-powered A320neo family aircraft and 11 V2500-powered A320ceos.
The GTF engine offers a 20% reduction in fuel consumption and a 75% smaller noise footprint compared to its predecessor. Globally, over 2,800 GTF-powered aircraft are operated by more than 90 customers, and the order backlog for over 8,000 GTF engines indicates robust market demand for its proven advantages. The engine’s pioneering geared architecture sets a solid foundation for next-generation technologies.
About Jackson Square Aviation
Jackson Square Aviation is a global commercial aircraft lessor dedicated to providing airlines with reliable, long-term fleet and financing solutions. By closely partnering with customers, they combine a deep understanding of operational priorities with a consistent and pragmatic approach to capital deployment. Their business focuses on operating lease products, augmented by targeted financing solutions that facilitate airline fleet replacement and growth. Since its establishment in 2010, JSA has fostered a portfolio of modern, fuel-efficient Airbus and Boeing aircraft. Today, their owned, committed, and managed fleet totals 344 aircraft, serving 64 airlines across 34 countries.
Guided by values such as integrity, collaboration, and commitment to continuous improvement, Jackson Square Aviation aims to build a resilient, high-quality platform that supports its customers and positions the company for sustainable success. Moreover, JSA is part of the Mitsubishi HC Capital group, a global leasing entity based in Japan and publicly listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.
About Pratt & Whitney
Pratt & Whitney, a business unit of RTX, is recognized globally as a leader in designing, manufacturing, and servicing aircraft engines and auxiliary power units for military, commercial, and civil aviation sectors. Since its inception in 1925, the company has pioneered revolutionary aircraft propulsion technologies and currently supports over 90,000 in-service engines through its worldwide network of maintenance, repair, and overhaul facilities.
About RTX
With more than 180,000 employees worldwide, RTX is at the forefront of technological and scientific innovation, striving to redefine connectivity and security on a global scale. By advancing aviation technology, engineering integrated defense systems, and developing next-generation solutions and manufacturing capabilities, RTX helps global customers address critical challenges. The company reported sales exceeding $88 billion in 2025 and is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.
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Source: RTX (Raytheon) (2026-07-20 13:00:00)
