Pratt & Whitney’s GTF deliveries increased 6% in 2025, marking a measurable rebound from engine recall headwinds that have strained airline operations worldwide. According to Jon Hemmerdinger for FlightGlobal, the engine manufacturer delivered 1,055 large commercial turbofans in 2025, up from 996 in 2024, as maintenance output and recall recovery efforts accelerated.
The geared-turbofan (GTF) engine family, including the PW1100G that powers the Airbus A320neo-family and variants for A220 and Embraer E-Jet E2 aircraft, has been central to Pratt & Whitney’s product portfolio. The increase in deliveries comes as the company works to reduce aircraft-on-ground figures tied to a major PW1000G recall that affected global airline fleets.
Delivery Growth and Recall Dynamics
2025 Engine Delivery Performance
- 1,055 large commercial turbofans delivered in 2025, a 6% increase year-on-year.
- Growth reflects higher output and recall-related shop throughput.
The uptick in deliveries is significant given the backdrop of the PW1000G recall, which required inspections and part replacements on engines containing potentially faulty metallic components. Grounded aircraft numbers, while still elevated, showed declines toward the end of 2025, according to executives.
Maintenance & Shop Recovery
Pratt & Whitney reported improvements in maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) capacity, with backlog throughput increasing and new service facilities added in key markets including the UAE and Spain.
Industry observers such as Aviation Week’s Lee Ann Shay also noted that some GTF shop visit turnaround times are trending downward, signaling better operational flow through the recall-related pipeline of engines.
Broader GTF Market Momentum in 2025
Order Backlog and Demand
Beyond deliveries, Pratt & Whitney’s GTF engines have seen robust order activity. Industry press releases indicate that:
- Nearly 1,100 GTF engine orders and commitments were recorded in 2025.
- Total GTF program orders and commitments exceed 12,000 units across more than 90 global customers.
These figures suggest airlines remain committed to GTF technology despite near-term recall challenges, largely due to its fuel efficiency advantages and emissions performance compared with previous-generation turbofans.
What’s Driving the Recovery
Production and Strategic Upscaling
Pratt & Whitney has undertaken several strategic moves to bolster output and reliability:
- Expanded maintenance facilities in key regions.
- Deployment of GTF Advantage variants expected to provide higher thrust and durability.
- Continued integration of “Hot Section Plus” enhancements to extend engine service life.
These initiatives align with Pratt & Whitney’s efforts to balance fleet availability pressures and airline delivery schedules tied to OEM partners such as Airbus and Embraer. Despite challenges, demand for GTF remains strong across legacy and emerging airline markets.
Industry Impacts & Outlook
Airlines and Fleet Planning
For carriers reliant on GTF-powered aircraft, particularly Airbus A320neo-family operators, improved delivery rates and recall mitigation signal better fleet utilization ahead. Global airlines had dozens of jets in storage during 2025 due to engine availability constraints, but the recent delivery uptick points toward normalizing operations.
Regulatory and MRO Considerations
Aviation regulators and industry bodies like IATA and ICAO emphasize engine reliability and safety as part of broader operational standards. Enhanced maintenance output supports adherence to these norms while allowing airlines to recoup performance metrics tied to global air traffic demand growth.
Industry Outlook: What’s Next
Looking forward, Pratt & Whitney is expected to:
- Continue ramping GTF production and service capacity.
- Deploy next-generation GTF Advantage engines with improved durability.
- Further reduce recall-related aircraft groundings through expanded MRO throughput.
For airline operators, improved engine availability could translate into tighter flight schedules, fewer disruptions, and stronger revenue prospects as global air travel demand remains resilient through 2026.
Source
- FlightGlobal: “Pratt & Whitney’s GTF deliveries increased 6% in 2025 while recall recovery progresses”
- PR Newswire: “RTX’s Pratt & Whitney GTF engines near 1,100 orders and commitments in 2025”
- RTX (Official Release): “Pratt & Whitney GTF engines record nearly 1,100 orders and commitments in 2025”
