Rolls-Royce is preparing to resume ground testing of its UltraFan demonstrator in early 2026, and has accelerated design work on a smaller, narrowbody-sized variant known as the UltraFan 30, which it aims to run by 2028. The moves form part…
According to Simple Flying’s recent analysis of the commercial aero-engine landscape, Rolls-Royce, Pratt & Whitney (RTX), and GE (including the GE/Safran CFM joint venture) remain the dominant players across widebody and single-aisle markets. The competitive dynamic has bifurcated: CFM/LEAP and…
Rolls‑Royce has confirmed that the Pearl 10X engine, earmarked to power the ultra‑long‑range Dassault Falcon 10X, has successfully completed all major engine certification tests, according to CEO Tufan Erginbilgic, speaking on July 31, 2025. The news marks a pivotal moment in business aviation propulsion development. With…
