Engines
Rolls-Royce Plans 'Smooth' Pearl 15 Ramp Up
Rolls-Royce's new turbofan engine powering the Bombardier Global 5500 and 6500 has been certified by the FAA.
FAA certification of Rolls-Royce's new Pearl 15 turbofan follows certification by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency and Transport Canada. (Photo: Rolls-Royce)
FAA certification of Rolls-Royce's new Pearl 15 turbofan follows certification by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency and Transport Canada. (Photo: Rolls-Royce)

Rolls-Royce is ready to proceed with production of its new Pearl 15 turbofan that powers Bombardier’s new Global 6500 and 5500 twinjets following FAA certification of the engine on December 20, marking a major milestone for Rolls-Royce’s Pearl family. This family also includes the Pearl 700 that will power Gulfstream’s new G700, plans of which were unveiled at NBAA-BACE in October.