Pratt & Whitney Canada's PT6A-52 engine, selected to power the new Beechcraft King Air B200GT aircraft, has been certified by Transport Canada.
The derivative of the popular PT6 family, the PT6A-52 engine is replacing the PT6A-42 on the latest King Air B200GT twin turboprop model, which was unveiled at EBACE in Geneva recently.
The PT6A-52 received both type certification and manufacturing approval from Transport Canada and FAA certification is expected later this month when the first production engine will be delivered to Hawker Beechcraft.
The PT6A-52, rated at 1,150 thermal shp and featuring a hydro-mechanical control, will enable the new King Air B200GT to cruise faster, in excess of 300 knots.
Source: Flight Daily News
