FACC develops composite parts for Rolls-Royce Pearl 10X engine

Aerospace company FACC has been commissioned by Rolls-Royce with the development and manufacture of composite components for the new Pearl 10X engine.

British engine manufacturer Rolls-Royce has used FACC’s products in the production of its engines for civil aviation for more than 20 years. Most recently, FACC was commissioned by Rolls-Royce to develop and manufacture the complete composite package for the Pearl 10X engine.

In addition to the bypass ducts and maintenance doors, FACC will also be supplying the fan track liners, the spinner and the cable bushing.

Robert Machtlinger, CEO of FACC, commented: “With the Pearl 10X, Rolls-Royce is offering the business aviation market a groundbreaking, high-performance engine. The fact that Rolls-Royce has selected us as a technology partner for its new premium 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 engines for business jets, the Pearl 10X has a 5% increase in efficiency combined with excellent noise and emissions characteristics.

“Engines are among the most highly stressed high-performance aircraft components – the production of their component parts is highly complex and requires the skill of experienced experts. The production of the outer skin in particular, i.e. the outer layer of the bypass duct for the Pearl 10X, calls for the highest precision in addition to state-of-the-art manufacturing processes,” added Günter Nelböck, vice president engines & nacelles and aerostructures of FACC. “FACC’s outstanding performance and excellent customer support play a key role in meeting the customer’s expectations.”

FACC has also been admitted to the exclusive Rolls-Royce High Performing Supplier Group. FACC is part of a select handful of companies to have been a member of this exclusive group of supplier partners since it was created in 2019.

“We are very proud that Rolls-Royce has maintained an intensive cooperation with FACC for more than two decades,” added Nelböck. “Being nominated a High Performing Supplier anew and receiving this contract are proof that the outstanding dedication and know-how of our employees are greatly valued by our customers.” facc.com