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Single engine turboprop aeroplane class in small air transport

Bakunowicz, Jerzy

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Authors

Jerzy Bakunowicz Jerzy.Bakunowicz@uwe.ac.uk
Senior Lecturer in Aerospace Engineering



Abstract

Purpose: This paper aims to present the analysis of introduction of single engine turbo-prop aeroplane class in terms of certification specifications and flight crew licensing regulations. Design/methodology/approach: Following the results of flight testing and additional performance and sizing calculations, the proposed class was placed among the existing aeroplane taxonomy in terms of performance, flight loads, mass penalty, fuel economy and several other factors. Concerning small air transport initiative, the new class was tried to be placed as a starting point in commercial pilot career. Findings: The paper points the potential market for single engine turbopropeller aeroplanes and lists today obstacles in wider introduction. Therefore, remarks about required change of regulations and requirements for design process, as well as for crew licensing, are underlined. Practical implications: The results of the study would be helpful in preliminary design of a new low-power turboprop aeroplane, as well as during tailoring the certification specifications. Originality/value: The approach presented in this paper is a detailed extension of an original idea presented by author for the first time during Clean Sky/small air transport workshop.

Citation

Bakunowicz, J. (2018). Single engine turboprop aeroplane class in small air transport. Aircraft Engineering and Aerospace Technology, 90(7), 1033-1041. https://doi.org/10.1108/AEAT-01-2017-0009

Journal Article Type Article
Acceptance Date Feb 16, 2017
Online Publication Date Jun 12, 2018
Publication Date Oct 1, 2018
Deposit Date Mar 7, 2018
Publicly Available Date Mar 28, 2024
Journal Aircraft Engineering and Aerospace Technology
Print ISSN 1748-8842
Publisher Emerald
Peer Reviewed Peer Reviewed
Volume 90
Issue 7
Pages 1033-1041
DOI https://doi.org/10.1108/AEAT-01-2017-0009
Keywords Small Air Transport (SAT), turboprop aeroplane, flight training, aeroplane performance
Public URL https://uwe-repository.worktribe.com/output/867320
Publisher URL https://doi.org/10.1108/AEAT-01-2017-0009
Additional Information Additional Information : This is the accepted version of the article published in Aircraft Engineering and Aerospace Technology. The final version is available at https://doi.org/10.1108/AEAT-01-2017-0009

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