Rolls-Royce BR725 engine receives FAA type certification

Rolls-Royce has received type certification from the US Federal Aviation Administration for its BR725 engine, which powers the Gulfstream G650 business jet. The certification covers a thrust rating of 16,100lbf (71.6 kN) and follows certification from the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) in June 2009. FAA certification completes airworthiness approvals by the two major international authorities and is the result of an intensive series of safety, endurance and performance tests. The G650 flight test programme has been underway since 25 November 2009, with entry into service of the ultra-long-range business jet planned for 2012.