Trent 700

The clear market choice

Since Cathay Pacific launched it in March 1995, the Trent 700 has logged over 60 million hours in service and accumulates over 300,000 engine flying hours every month.

The Trent 700 delivers the power required for all weights of the A330, in particular for the higher weight aircraft operating in harsh environments. You can see this in the Middle East, where over 70 per cent of A330 operations are powered by the Trent 700.

With the highest in-service thrust of 72,000 lb, it provides the best take-off performance and revenue-earning potential for operators of the A330.

Lowest lifetime fuel burn

The only engine specifically designed for the A330.
The only A330 engine with a wide chord fan, reducing noise and fuel burn offering the highest thrust available on the aircraft, delivering revenue benefits.
Substantially lower noise and emissions than competing engines.
Best reliability and longest time-on-wing.
EP1, a fuel burn improvement package. Entry into service was in 2009
Trent 700 has won 60% of the total market.

The A330 Passenger-to-Freighter

The A330 aircraft is one of the most successful widebody aircraft in the world. It has a wide fuselage, boosting cargo capacity; well-established technology; and sound economics making it an ideal candidate for conversion from passenger to cargo (P2F) operations.
The majority of the A330 fleet is powered by the Trent 700, which demonstrates excellent reliability, capability and the lowest lifetime fuel burn of all engine options for the aircraft.
Favourable operating economics, longevity of support and robustness within the supply chain underpin Trent 700 powered cargo operations for many years to come.
The Trent 700 is supported by range of services that offer choice, flexibility and innovation, delivered by a capable and competitive MRO network.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the typical lead time for gas turbine overhaul services?

The lead time for gas turbine overhaul services ranges from 6 to 14 weeks, depending on the damage assessment, parts availability, and whether hot-section repairs are required. Expedited options may reduce this by 30%.
Do you provide customizations for legacy turbine control systems?

Yes, we retrofit legacy systems (e.g., GE Frame 5, Siemens V94.2) with modern digital controllers, typically completing hardware integration within 4-8 weeks. Software migration requires additional validation time.
How often should industrial gas turbines undergo performance testing?

We recommend annual performance testing under ISO 3977-2 standards. Critical applications (e.g., offshore platforms) may require semi-annual tests with emissions compliance checks.
Are your radiation-hardened (rad-hard) semiconductors compliant with MIL-PRF-38535?

All rad-hard devices (e.g., FPGA, ADC) are QML Class V certified under MIL-PRF-38535 and tested to MIL-STD-883 Method 1019 for SEU tolerance. Full qualification reports are available upon request.
What temperature ranges do your military-grade ICs support?

Our ASICs and power management ICs operate across -55°C to +175°C ambient temperatures, with derating curves provided in military temperature range (MTR) datasheets.
Are PMA parts interchangeable with OEM components?

Our PMA parts (e.g., actuators, sensors) hold FAA/EASA Form 1 certification and match OEM form/fit/function. Installation requires SB/MB documentation per FAA AC 23.1529.
What traceability standards do you follow for aircraft fasteners?

All NAS/MS fasteners include full DNA traceability: melt source (AMS 2301), heat/lot numbers, and AS9100-compliant MTRs with ultrasonic test reports.
How do you handle urgent AOG (Aircraft on Ground) requests?

AOG orders ship within 4 hours for stocked items (FAA-PMA, EASA Part 21G). Non-stock critical parts trigger priority manufacturing with 72-hour max turnaround.