Continental, a subsidiary of Continental Aerospace Technologies Holding Limited, has achieved the FAA Validated Type Certificate (VTC) for its CD-300 Jet-A Piston engine.
Continental, a subsidiary of Continental Aerospace Technologies Holding Limited, has achieved a significant milestone with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Validated Type Certificate (VTC) for its CD-300 Jet-A Piston engine. This validation demonstrates the engine’s compliance with the FAA’s stringent airworthiness and safety standards, marking a notable achievement for Continental and future CD-300 owners in the United States.
“We are thrilled to receive the VTC for the CD-300 Jet-A engine,” said Karen Hong, CEO & President of Continental. “This VTC achievement represents our commitment to bringing cuttingedge technology and advanced engine solutions to the aviation industry. This engine demonstrates the latest piston engine technology that is leading the way for more sustainability in general aviation,” she further added.
Having received its Type Certification from the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) in 2017, the CD-300 engine has achieved numerous milestones, including being chosen as the powerplant for the DA50 RG by Diamond Aircraft. Continental has extended the Time Between Replacement (TBR) to 2,000 hours and powered the successful Diamond Earthrounding flight around the world, highlighting the 6-cylinder engine’s exceptional fuel efficiency. The CD series of engines recently surpassed 10 million flight hours, further solidifying its reliability and performance.
With the FAA VTC in place, pilots across the United States can now experience the outstanding performance and reliability of the CD-300 engine on Jet-A fuel. Continental is proud to witness pilots embark on their adventures with confidence, knowing they have the power of a Continental Jet-A engine in front of them, supported by the expertise of the Continental® team.
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Continental’s CD-300 Jet-A Piston engine sets new standards in the industry and underscores their dedication to advancing aviation technology while promoting sustainability. This achievement marks a significant step forward for Continental, positioning them at the forefront of innovative engine solutions for the aviation community. With the FAA’s validation, the CD-300 engine is poised to contribute to the continued growth and progress of general aviation in the United States.
