Philippine Airlines (PAL), the Philippine flag carrier, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Pratt & Whitney to power its order of 15 firm plus 15 purchase right A321neo aircraft. Deliveries are scheduled to begin in 2017. Pratt & Whitney is a United Technologies Corp.
"We pride ourselves on the fact that we embrace innovative technology within our aircraft fleet," said Jaime Bautista, president and chief operating officer, Philippine Airlines. "The A321neo aircraft with PurePower engines helps us keep our fleet young and modern. With these aircraft, we will be able to reduce our fuel burn and subsequent operating cost, which is great news for our business."
"Philippine Airlines recognizes Pratt & Whitney's industry-leading technology, which will provide them exceptional service for many years," said Greg Gernhardt, president, Pratt & Whitney Commercial Engines. "The PurePower engine has set the precedent in our industry for its fuel burn advantage through delivering a greater than 16 percent fuel burn improvement."
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