The engine is part of a turbogenerator system that is being developed for the Advanced Air Mobility market. This includes electrical vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) Aircraft for Urban Air Mobility and Commuter Aircraft applications up to 19 seats.
The turbogenerator system will complement the Rolls-Royce Electrical propulsion portfolio by delivering an on-board power source with scalable power offerings between 500kW and 1200kW enabling extended range on sustainable aviation fuels (SAF) and later, as it becomes available, through hydrogen combustion. This will open up new, longer routes than electric battery powered aircraft can support as of today.
Piper Aircraft is proud to announce the ability to use Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) in all PA-46 based, Piper single engine turbine-powered aircraft, including the M600/SLS, M500, and Meridian. SAF is not only FAA approved via SAIB NE-11-56R4, but is available for use in every country that turbine M-Class aircraft operate. All jet fuel that meets the requirements of the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) D7566 Standard Specification for Aviation Turbine Fuel Containing Synthesized Hydrocarbons can be utilized in Piper turbine-powered aircraft. Typically, this fuel is made from fatty acids or other synthetic components, and is acceptable for use on aircraft and engines certified for use with D1655 fuel, more commonly known as traditional Jet A and Jet A-1 fuel. Therefore, the new SAF includes the designation as Jet A and Jet A-1. The introduction of SAF to the Piper turboprop line will not require a change in aircraft placarding or Pilot’s Operating Handbooks.
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This announcement comes at the heels of another recent commitment from Piper to promote sustainability in general aviation, initially revealed at EAA AirVenture 2022. Piper Aircraft and CAE are collaborating on an electrically powered conversion kit via a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for in-service Archer TX aircraft. Upon certification, CAE plans to convert two-thirds of their existing Piper Archer TX training fleet, and will be the first to develop a curriculum for new pilots to conduct training in an electric airplane. These Archer TX advancements will significantly reduce carbon emissions, while preparing pilots to operate greener, electric aircraft. “We are pleased with the continuous improvements made to our products, especially in regards to environmental consciousness,” said Ron Gunnarson, Vice President of Sales, Marketing, and Customer Support. “Prioritizing sustainability in our aircraft as technological advancements allow is important to Piper Aircraft, first seen in our electric Archer TX/CAE partnership and now with Sustainable Aviation Fuel compatibility in our turboprops. We are committed to a safer, greener aviation industry.”
With the modern PC-12 NGX and the PC-24, OpenSky Inc. serves a discerning clientele and offers them a unique travel experience that stands out from its competitors in terms of both product and service. The Japanese operator will also receive a second PC-24 Super Versatile Jet in autumn 2024 and will also use it to offer flights for business travelers.
Shigeto Honda, CEO of OpenSky, says about the PC-12: “Since its arrival here in Japan, our PC-12 NGX has been an absolute hit. I’ve had the opportunity to fly several routes in the PC-12 NGX cabin and I’m thrilled. Our first customers to fly the PC-12 can confidently call it the best aircraft in its class. The propeller low-speed mode leads to a significant reduction in cabin noise and thus to a high level of comfort for the passengers». Ignaz Gretener, VP General Aviation at Pilatus, is delighted that the PC-12 NGX is in service in Japan: “Business customers around the world value the unique capabilities of the PC-12 NGX and PC-24. The dynamic team at OpenSky Inc. Aviation knows how to deliver a high-quality service. We thank this outstanding Japanese company for their trust in Pilatus and are proud that our aircraft can now also prove themselves in this important market”.
The PC-12 NGX includes an all-new interior by BMW Designworks, larger cabin windows inspired by the PC-24 and passenger seats that convert into a flatbed. Pratt & Whitney Canada’s new PT6 E-SeriesTM engine features an electronic propeller and engine control system. New avionics functions from Honeywell such as touchscreen control, tactile feedback and a “propeller low speed” mode as well as a fully integrated automatic thrust control (“autothrottle”) are just a few features of the new cockpit.
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