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 Advanced Turboprop engine the "GE Catalyst," aiming to redefine the turboprop market through innovation and superior performance.
- A significant feature is its extensive use of additive manufacturing (3D printing), reducing 855 conventionally manufactured parts to just 12, which enhances weight reduction, fuel efficiency, and durability.
- The GE Catalyst engine has been selected to power Textron Aviation's new Cessna Denali and, following its first run, is undergoing certification testing targeting a 2020 entry into service.
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