PZL-Swidnik has selected the Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6C-65 turboshaft to power a new model of the multi-purpose, twin-engined, W-3 Sokol helicopter. The PT6C-65 is a new turboshaft series derived from the PT6 turboprop family and will be available in thrust ratings from 895-1,490kW (1,200-2,000shp).
The Sokol programme has been given a boost with an order for 35 helicopters from South Korean industrial conglomerate Daewoo, which will receive four out of the 21 Sokols scheduled to be delivered in 1996. The 100th Sokol is on the production line.
Source: Flight International
