Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) has begun testing of the
compressor for the next generation regional turboprop engine, a key step
in the company's technology demonstrator program. The high-efficiency
compressor is a core element of the new engine and the test hardware has
already run to the full range of aerodynamic design points. Key engine
characteristics such as component efficiency and pressure ratio will be
validated by the demonstration program, bringing the best technology
forward.
"The next generation turboprop engine is a totally new centerline
engine that will deliver a 20 per cent improvement in fuel burn over
today's fleet using the latest technologies of our next generation
product families," said Richard Dussault, vice president, Marketing,
P&WC. "Our new engine will deliver the economic and environmental
benefits that will sustain the regional turboprop's competitive
advantage for airlines serving short-haul, high-frequency routes."
P&WC's PW100
family of engines has led the regional turboprop segment since entering
service more than 25 years ago. The company has more than 200 million
hours of flying experience in the regional turboprop segment.
Click here to read the full press release from Pratt & Whitney Canada.
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