Catalyst Turboprop Engine Achieves FAA Certification
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GE Aerospace (NYSE:GE) has achieved FAA certification for its Catalyst turboprop engine, marking a significant milestone as the first new centerline turboprop engine of the 21st century. The certification process involved extensive testing with over 23 engines and 190 component tests, completing more than 8,000 hours of operation.
The Catalyst engine features an industry-leading 16:1 overall pressure ratio, delivering up to 18% better fuel consumption and 10% higher cruise power compared to competitors. Key innovations include two stages of variable stator vanes, cooled high-pressure turbine blades, and additive manufacturing components.
Designed and manufactured at GE Aerospace sites across Europe, including facilities in Italy, Czech Republic, Poland, and Germany, the engine will power the Beechcraft Denali aircraft.
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- FAA certification achieved for new Catalyst engine
- 18% better fuel consumption vs competitors
- 10% higher cruise power compared to competition
- Industry-best 16:1 overall pressure ratio
- Successful completion of 8,000+ hours of testing
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- None.
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Catalyst is the first, new centerline, clean-sheet advanced turboprop of the 21st century and the first turboprop engine to be certified to the latest standards, which include more than 20 significant new requirements.
Riccardo Procacci, President and CEO, Propulsion and Additive Technologies at GE Aerospace said, "The certification of the Catalyst engine is a significant milestone for our company and a proud moment for all our team members who have dedicated their efforts to the design, development, and testing of this brand-new European turboprop engine. We are now fully committed to supporting the production ramp-up of the engine towards the entry into service in support of our customers."
During the certification process, the test engines completed more than 8,000 hours of operation demonstrating and meeting its key performance targets.
Paul Corkery, Catalyst General Manager at Avio Aero said, "Catalyst has been through a rigorous certification and testing process. We are pleased with the performance of the engine throughout its ground and flight test campaigns, and we remain fully focused on supporting Textron Aviation as they complete the certification process and prepare for entry into service of the Beechcraft Denali."
The engine will bring a radical change to this segment, thanks to its industry-best 16:1 overall pressure ratio that enables up to
The Catalyst engine belongs to the GE Aerospace suite of next generation engines which are defining the Future of Flight. It was designed, developed, and manufactured at GE Aerospace sites in
About GE Aerospace
GE Aerospace (NYSE: GE) is a global aerospace propulsion, services, and systems leader with an installed base of approximately 45,000 commercial and 25,000 military aircraft engines. With a global team of 53,000 employees building on more than a century of innovation and learning, GE Aerospace is committed to inventing the future of flight, lifting people up, and bringing them home safely. Learn more about how GE Aerospace and its partners are defining flight for today, tomorrow and the future at www.geaerospace.com.
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