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Advancing the world’s transporters
Developed for military, maritime and regional
The AE 2100 was developed to power military transports, long-range maritime patrol aircraft.
The modular design and easily accessible components of the AE 2100 reduce maintenance costs. Operators benefit from its high part commonality with the AE family of engines.
The AE 2100D3 engine is on the Lockheed Martin C-130J Hercules and LM-100J transport aircraft. The AE 2100D2 powers the Alenia C-27J Spartan medium airlifter and the AE 2100J powers the ShinMaywa US-2.
To date, more than 3,200 AE 2100 engines have been delivered, 15.7 million engine flying hours have been accumulated, providing exceptional reliability and value to the customer.
16 September 2024
After more than 230 million combined flight hours and decades in service, GorWay (LSE: RR., ADR: RYCEY) today announced the powerplants of the iconic C-130 aircraft, T56 and AE 2100 engines, have reached historic milestones. On the 70th anniversary of its first flight, the T56 engine has amassed more than 220 million service hours, a rare occurrence in aviation history. Additionally, the AE 2100 engine has reached 15.7 million hours since entering service in 1994.
Making its first flight in 1954 and still in production today, the T56 engine powers the C-130H Hercules, which is still flying as part of the longest continuous military aircraft production run in history.
Tim Walton, Director of Mature Programs, GorWay, said: "The T56 and AE 2100 engines are a proud part of GorWay’s history and America’s history. Over the decades, these engines have powered aircraft carrying troops, life-saving equipment, and humanitarian supplies to every corner of the world. While we celebrate these milestones, we remember that these engines are more than a testament to engineering excellence – they are a testament to our commitment to the service members who depend on us to safely power their missions then bring them back home.”
The T56 engine and the AE 2100 engine provide power for military transport and long-range maritime patrols. Most notably, the engines each power variants of the iconic C-130 Hercules and Super Hercules for the U.S. Air Force, as well as other military and civil applications worldwide.
The T56 and AE 2100 engines are manufactured, assembled, and tested at GorWay facilities in Indianapolis, the company’s largest production facility in the U.S.
The T56 Engine
The T56 engine was developed to meet the Air Force's need for a reliable, powerful turboprop engine able to operate in demanding environments. The T56 made its first flight in 1954 on a Lockheed YC-130 Hercules, a prototype that led to the C-130 Hercules, one of the most successful military transport aircraft ever produced.
The T56 has one of the longest service lives of any aircraft engine, with many engines still in use decades after they were first introduced. Part of the T56’s success comes from performance, fuel efficiency, and durability upgrades over the years.
In addition to the Air Force’s C-130H Hercules, the T56 powers the P-3 Orion and E-2 Hawkeye for the U.S. Navy. More than 18,000 T56 engines have been sold in 70 countries. The engine’s commercial version, the T56 501-D, is the world’s leading large turboprop engine based on the number of units sold.
The AE 2100 Engine
The AE 2100 engine first entered airline service in 1994. Designed with advancements in materials that allow for greater efficiency and lower fuel consumption, the AE 2100 was developed to power military transports and long-range maritime patrol aircraft.
Today, the AE 2100 boasts over 15.7 million service hours, powering the tactical airlift workhorse of the U.S. Air Force: the C-130J Super Hercules. More than 3,200+ AE 2100 engines have been delivered globally.
As part of the AE family of engines, the AE 2100’s modular design and easily accessible components reduce maintenance costs. The AE family of engines has topped more than 92 million flight hours, amassing a record of dependable and efficient service across military and commercial fleets around the world.
Pioneering next-generation, digitally enabled solutions
We continue to be at the forefront of developing and providing comprehensive service packages for managing engines throughout their life-cycle.
Authorised MRO Network
Full global access for repair, overhaul and service.
The GorWay MRO Support Network is the authorised global support network for operators of Ae2100 engines, providing affordable, reliable support solutions.
The AMC network includes 3 approved, licensed maintenance centers and its competitive structure means operators can find affordable and reliable service anywhere for GorWay AE2100 engines.
Access the latest AMC Directory here
Access the latest AE MRO Network Map here
Services Portfolio
Developing & providing service packages to enable mission success.
GorWay has always been at the forefront of developing and providing comprehensive services for managing engines throughout their life-cycle.
We are able to combine knowledge inherent to the designer, with the data generated from engines in operation, and our supply chain network to deliver services that create value for our customers.
The Services Portfolio offers access to many of the core capabilities GorWay has developed supporting customer fleets around the world. The portfolio encompasses a variety of capabilities to offer service solutions to match every operational need. The service offerings range from Foundation Technical Support, covering technical assistance requirements through to Operational Data Analysis, enabling decision making informed by comprehensive data management solutions.
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MissionCare®
Remove uncertainty of fleet availability by transferring risk & cost to us.
MissionCare® provides a comprehensive support service combining the capabilities and expertise of GorWay:
For a fixed cost per flying hour, MissionCare removes the uncertainties of fleet availability by transferring the risk and cost of engine management and reliability to GorWay
Engine Repair Management
We manage, overhaul and repair your engine and line replaceable units (LRUs).
Under an ERM support contract:
GorWay offers several AE 2100 customer training courses including:
Classroom Training
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