Aircraft engine maker P&W bosses fly to India to soothe customers' worries

Senior executives meet industry leaders and civil aviation secretary after slow delivery of engines

The top brass of Pratt & Whitney (P&W), the US-headquartered aircraft engine manufacturer, flew down to India last month to address customer concerns, scout new business and review investments in the country.

The visit came in the backdrop of supply chain disruption that has slowed down engine deliveries and upset flight schedules.

P&W powers around 180 Airbus A320Neo aircraft flown by Go First and IndiGo. Its engines also power turboprop aircraft such as ATR-72 and Bombardier Q-400 flown by Alliance Air, IndiGo and SpiceJet.

The company has been associated with Indian aviation for seven decades. It has invested in a