Aircraft owners and pilots often bemoan the lack of new technology in aircraft engines and complain—accurately—that most airplane engines are basically 1960s tech. But as Paul Bertorelli points out in this video, it’s not for lack of trying. And it’s not necessarily the new engine itself that fails to get traction, but the company’s support—or lack thereof.
Why New Aircraft Engine Ideas Rarely Succeed
Key Takeaways:
- Aircraft owners and pilots frequently lament the use of outdated 1960s technology in most airplane engines.
- The absence of widespread new engine technology isn't due to a lack of innovation attempts.
- The main reason new engine designs fail to gain traction is often the lack of sufficient company support, rather than issues with the technology itself.
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