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GTF Performance Improvements Better Than Leap’s, Wizz Air CEO Says
Wizz Air's CEO says Pratt & Whitney's GTF engine is outperforming CFM's Leap, as groundings ease and profits rise despite higher fuel costs.
Wizz Air’s chief executive officer has drawn a comparison between engines, stating that Pratt & Whitney’s GTF is outperforming CFM’s Leap. The comments come as airline operations return to steadier levels following earlier groundings.
According to the CEO, performance advantages of the GTF are contributing to improved profitability for Wizz Air, even in the face of higher fuel costs. The statement places emphasis on engine efficiency as a key factor in the carrier’s financial improvement.
The remarks were reported in the context of ongoing industry adjustments as grounding-related disruptions ease. The CEO framed the performance gap between the GTF and Leap as a positive development for the airline’s fleet performance expectations.
No specific details were provided about incidents, aircraft types, or exact impact metrics. The report focuses on the CEO’s assessment of relative engine performance and its link to profitability amid fuel-cost pressures.