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Pratt & Whitney Canada introduced its certified PT9 centerline turboprop engine for next-generation aircraft. The engine provides 33% more power at altitude and reduces fuel consumption by 20% versus previous-generation engines. Transport Canada recently certified the engine after more than 14,000 development hours.

Key facts

• Pratt & Whitney Canada unveiled a new centerline turboprop engine that delivers 33% more power at altitude and reduces fuel consumption by 20% versus previous generation engines. source
• The Pratt & Whitney Canada engine amassed more than 14,000 development hours and was recently certified by Transport Canada. source