Pearl 10X engine takes to the skies for the first time

The flight test programme will include engine performance and handling checks at various speeds and altitudes, inflight relights, tests of the nacelle's anti-icing system and fan vibration tests at various altitudes.

Rolls-Royce invests in large engine assembly, test and shop capacity

Rolls-Royce is investing £55m and recruiting more than 300 front-line staff, split between its operations in Derby, UK, and Dahlewitz, Germany. About two thirds of the jobs will be created in Derby.

Rolls-Royce hydrogen project marks industry first

Hydrogen burns far hotter and more rapidly than kerosene, so new nozzles were needed to control the flame position using a new system that progressively mixes air with the hydrogen to manage the fuel's reactivity.

Pearl engine earns certification from FAA

During the comprehensive indoor and outdoor test programme, the engine demonstrated its performance operating at sea-level and altitude conditions on both conventional jet fuel and 100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel.