Aerospace company FACC has been commissioned by Rolls-Royce to develop and manufacture composite components for the new Pearl 10X engine.
The British engine manufacturer Rolls-Royce has been using FACC products in the production of its engines for civil aviation for more than 20 years. More recently, FACC was commissioned by Rolls-Royce to develop and manufacture the complete composite package for the Pearl 10X engine.
In addition to the branch ducts and maintenance doors, FACC will also supply the fan track liners, spinner and cable feedthrough.
Robert Machtlinger, CEO of FACC, said: “With the Pearl 10X, Rolls-Royce offers the business aviation market a revolutionary and powerful engine. The fact that Rolls-Royce has chosen us as a technology partner for its new top-of-the-range product once again confirms our leading position in the field of lightweight solutions for aircraft engines.
The Pearl 10X is the third and most powerful member of the Pearl engine family for the business aviation market. Compared to the previous generation of Rolls-Royce business jet engines, the Pearl 10X has a 5% increase in efficiency combined with excellent noise and emissions characteristics.
“Engines are among the most stressed high-performance aircraft components – the production of their components is very complex and requires the skills of experienced experts. The production of the outer skin in particular, i.e. the outer layer of the Pearl 10X bypass channel, requires the highest precision in addition to state-of-the-art manufacturing processes,” added Günter Nelböck, Vice President FACC engines and nacelles and aerostructures. “FACC’s outstanding performance and excellent customer support play a key role in meeting customer expectations.”
FACC has also been admitted to the exclusive Rolls-Royce High Performing Supplier Group. FACC is one of a handful of companies to have been a member of this exclusive group of vendor partners since its inception in 2019.
“We are very proud that Rolls-Royce has had an intensive cooperation with FACC for more than two decades,” added Nelböck. “To be named a High Performing Supplier again and to receive this contract is proof that the exceptional dedication and craftsmanship of our employees is highly valued by our customers.”
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