GE Aviation has a name for its new Advanced Turboprop engine that its engineers began development work on in 2012. The ATP engine is now the GE Catalyst Advanced Turboprop, a name that “represents GE Aviation’s commitment to moving the turboprop market forward through innovation.”
GE Reveals Name for Advanced Turboprop Engine
Key Takeaways:
- GE Aviation has named its new turboprop engine the "GE Catalyst," emphasizing its commitment to innovation and advancing the turboprop market.
- A core feature of the GE Catalyst is its extensive use of additive manufacturing (3D printing), reducing 855 conventional parts to just 12, which significantly improves weight, fuel efficiency, production speed, and durability.
- The engine offers enhanced performance and simplified operation, has been selected to power Textron Aviation's new Cessna Denali, and is targeted for entry into service in 2020 after initial test runs and ongoing certification.
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