GE Aviation has requested the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) to grant a type certification for its new H Series aerobatic turboprop engine.
The company is expected to receive the certification by next year.
Developed to feature in GE Aviation’s new Electronic Engine and Propeller Control (EEPC) system, the aerobatic engine is designed for leisure for light aircraft training in the 550-850shp range.
The EEPC system allows the control of both the engine and propeller operation with a single lever, as well as reduces pilot workload and provides automatic limiting functions.
Suitable for various agricultural, business turboprops, commuter and utility aircraft, the H Series turboprop family includes GE's 3D aerodynamic design techniques and advanced materials.
The fuel-efficient engine does not require frequent fuel nozzle or intermediate hot section inspection.
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By GlobalDataGE business and general aviation turboprops president and managing executive Norman Baker said: “We continue to invest in the H Series product line, as well as the turboprop market, to develop innovative solutions for our customers.
“It will be best-in-class in terms of performance and technology to meet the rugged demands of the high-performance turboprop market.”
Last December, the company received type certification from EASA for its H Series engine with the EEPC system.
The approval was followed by the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) type certificate in March.
The integrated EEPC and H Series engine system has already been selected for four aircraft applications.
