French engine manufacturer SMA has launched a new jet-A fuel-powered piston engine aimed at high-end piston singles and twins such as the Cirrus SR22 and Beechcraft Baron.
Certification is earmarked for 2015, says the Safran-owned company.
The turbocharged SR460 six-cylinder engine will produce 330-400shp (250-300kW) and is a development of SMA's certificated SR305-230E four-cylinder engine, which will power Cessna's Turbo Skylane JT-A. The $515,000, high-wing piston single is earmarked for certification and service entry this year.
Source: Flight International
