Thu, Mar 10, 2011
Pratt & Whitney Canada Delivers New Powerplant For
The New Helo
The first PT6C-67E production engine for the Eurocopter EC175
helicopter, a medium-size utility helicopter for multi-role
civilian and parapublic applications, has been delivered by Pratt
& Whitney Canada (P&WC). "This first production engine
marks another milestone in our relationship with Eurocopter," said
Richard Dussault, Vice President, Marketing, P&WC. "The first
flight of the second EC175 prototype helicopter took place last
December, and certification of both the engine and helicopter is
slated for the second half of 2011. Entry into service is planned
for 2012."
P&WC announced the selection of the new-generation PT6
turboshaft engine family. It incorporates all the lessons learned
from millions of hours of PT6 field operation and experience, as
well as the latest technology, to provide unparalleled durability
and reliable performance. It also features the latest technology
dual-channel FADEC control system to optimize pilot workload.
"In keeping with P&WC's green-engine philosophy, the
PT6C-67E engine has removed materials of concern, such as cadmium
and chromium, from the manufacturing and design processes," noted
Dussault. "The engine also includes new combustor technologies to
provide reliable starting with excellent emissions, especially low
NOx levels, and very low smoke levels."
File Photo
The PT6C-67E engine uses a reverse flow combustor and features a
proven high-efficiency compressor and the latest material and hot
section design technologies while maintaining an uncooled CT stage.
This optimizes reliability, durability, mission performance, fuel
consumption and greenhouse gas (GHG) levels and purchase, operating
and maintenance costs.
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