Pratt & Whitney Canada, a business unit of aerospace manufacturer Pratt & Whitney, recently announced that Daher Aircraft has selected the PT6A-140A engine to power its new Kodiak utility aircraft – the Kodiak 900. The PT6A-140A engine will have the capability of using the FAST diagnostic and prognostic solution.
FAST captures, analyzes, and wirelessly sends full-flight data intelligence to the aircraft operator within minutes of the pilot shutting down the engine. This helps maximize aircraft availability, optimize maintenance planning, reduce operating costs, and avoid delays and cancellations.
Nicholas Kanellias, vice president, General Aviation, Pratt & Whitney Canada said, “Daher’s selection of the PT6A-140A engine for its latest Kodiak aircraft further asserts the reliability and versatility of the PT6 turboprop engine family. Kodiak aircraft have relied on the proven and trusted PT6A-34 engine since entering service 15 years ago. The 900-SHP PT6A-140A engine will offer greater range, a faster climb and greater cargo capacity to operators whose missions require extra power, while reducing specific fuel consumption (SFC) by 9%.”