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Application of propfan propulsion to general aviationRecent studies of advanced propfan propulsion systems have shown significant reductions in fuel consumption of 15-30 percent for transport class aircraft. This paper presents the results of a study which examined applying propfan propulsion to General Aviation class aircraft to determine if similar improvements could be achieved for business aircraft. In addition to the potential performance gains, this paper also addresses the cost aspects of propfan propulsion on General Aviation aircraft emphasizing the significant impact that the cost of capital and tax aspects have on determining the total cost of operation for business aircraft.
Document ID
19870030660
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Awker, R. W.
(Beech Aircraft Corp. Wichita, KS, United States)
Date Acquired
August 13, 2013
Publication Date
October 1, 1986
Subject Category
Aircraft Propulsion And Power
Report/Patent Number
AIAA PAPER 86-2698
Accession Number
87A17934
Funding Number(s)
CONTRACT_GRANT: NAS3-24349
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
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