Study of small turbofan engines applicable to single-engine light airplanes. Final report

Technical Report · Wed Sep 01 00:00:00 EDT 1976

OSTI ID:7108098

Merrill, G L

The design, efficiency and cost factors are investigated for application of turbofan propulsion engines to single engine, general aviation light airplanes. A companion study of a hypothetical engine family of a thrust range suitable to such aircraft and having a high degree of commonality of design features and parts is presented. Future turbofan powered light airplanes can have a lower fuel consumption, lower weight, reduced airframe maintenance requirements and improved engine overhaul periods as compared to current piston engined powered airplanes. Achievement of compliance with noise and chemical emission regulations is expected without impairing performance, operating cost or safety.

• Research Organization: AiResearch Mfg. Co. of Arizona, Phoenix (USA)
• DOE Contract Number: NAS2-8582
• OSTI ID: 7108098
• Report Number(s): N-77-11054; NASA-CR-137944; AIRESEARCH-76-211893
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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