Cessna Aircraft’s selection of the Safran Silvercrest engine for the Hemisphere large-cabin business jet is a positive sign that technical issues with the 12,000-pound-thrust-class turbofan have been overcome after the engine triggered delays for the Dassault Falcon 5X twinjet program.
Cessna Selects Safran Silvercrest Engine for Large-Cabin Hemisphere
Key Takeaways:
- Cessna Aircraft selected the Safran Silvercrest engine for its new Hemisphere large-cabin business jet, signaling that prior technical issues with the engine have been overcome.
- The Silvercrest engine was chosen for its excellent fuel economy (15% better than competitors) and environmental friendliness.
- This decision provides a strong vote of confidence for Safran's strategy in developing engines for premium business jets, with Silvercrest certification expected by mid-2018.
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