Just learned about this today.
https://turb.aero/
It will be interesting to follow the certification process. This will be a game changer if successful.
TurbAero 200 HP Turbine
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Re: TurbAero 200 HP Turbine
That will be a really interesting option for experimentals, but I think it will be a long time (more than a few years as stated in the video) before any serious STC's are available for mainstream aircraft. Plane and Pilot estimates the engine price around $80K, which says the firewall forward kits and STC would probably be well north of $100K. Do you know who is financing the venture?
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Re: TurbAero 200 HP Turbine
It's about time something came along that can really replace the 1940's technology powering the SEP GA.
Fuel consumption higher than the Austro AE330 for about the same power, but should be dramatically more reliable and have a far longer TBO.
Wish them the best! Probably appearing in a Cirrus in 3-5yrs!
Fuel consumption higher than the Austro AE330 for about the same power, but should be dramatically more reliable and have a far longer TBO.
Wish them the best! Probably appearing in a Cirrus in 3-5yrs!
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Re: TurbAero 200 HP Turbine
I think the weight difference could be huge. Almost an extra 100 lbs of UL.
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Re: TurbAero 200 HP Turbine
One of the individuals involved posts on a semi-regular basis over on HBA if you want to know more.
Tim
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