Rotorcraft
Snecma Silvercrest core engine set for first run
Snecma is progressing with its plans to develop a turbofan in the 10,000-pound-thrust class.

Snecma is progressing with its plans to develop a turbofan in the 10,000-pound-thrust class. Last October, the French manufacturer revealed plans to enter the business jet engine market. Design of the Silvercrest powerplant is well under way and the core should run later this year.

With the Silvercrest, the Safran subsidiary is offering thrust levels between 9,500 and 12,000 pounds. According to the company, better temperature margins will result in improved reliability and maintenance cost standards. The typical application will be a large-cabin, long-range business jet with a max takeoff weight between 45,000 and 60,000 pounds.

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