RTX Targets Minor Changes For ATR 72 Hybrid-Electric Installation

Thierry Dubois March 19, 2026

RTX Phares prop — PHARES engine

Credit: RTX

BRUSSELS—Pratt & Whitney Canada and Collins Aerospace are designing a hybrid-electric propulsion system for research and technology purposes, with plans to limit changes to the engine installation on an ATR 72. If successful, the Powerplant Hybrid Application for Regional Segment (PHARES) project...

Thierry Dubois

Thierry Dubois has specialized in aerospace journalism since 1997. An engineer in fluid dynamics from Toulouse-based Enseeiht, he covers the French commercial aviation, defense and space industries. His expertise extends to all things technology in Europe.

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