Amsterdam, 6 October 2014 --- AMG Advanced Metallurgical Group N.V. ("AMG", EURONEXT AMSTERDAM: "AMG") announces that the new A320neo powered by Pratt & Whitney's highly advanced PurePower® PW1100G-JM engines with AMG Titanium Alloys and Coatings ("AMG TAC") titanium aluminides, ("TiAl") successfully completed its maiden flight.
The successful flight was made possible in part by the innovative TiAl material technology developed by AMG TAC metallurgists and engineers. TiAl combines the heat resistance aspects of nickel alloys with the lightweight characteristics of titanium. AMG's TiAl materials are used to produce low-pressure turbine blades for the PurePower® PW1100G-JM engine. This TiAl technology helps set the engine apart from today's conventional turbofans, including a 50% reduction in noise and a 15% cut in fuel consumption and emissions. Certification, ramp-up of production and delivery of the first engines will occur over the next few years.
AMG Titanium Alloys and Coatings is a world-leader in the production of advanced materials for the aerospace industry. AMG TAC is the largest qualified provider of TiAl feedstock for all major commercial turbine engine manufacturers.