Hello,
From today's AVwebflash:
http://www.avweb.com/eletter/archives/avflash/2414-full.html#207980
"Diamond Aircraft's Austro Engines has bench tested a new dual
FADEC-controlled rotary aircraft engine, the AE80R, that aims to match a
weight of 60 pounds with a power output of 80 hp. The engine has been in
development for more than two years and builds on Austro's experience
with the AE50R 55-hp rotary engine but has differences in its internal
design that incorporates a "no loss lubrication system."
AE official release:
http://austroengine.at/en/news-und-press
If engine is fine and price is right... this is going to be the new Rotax?
Cheers,
Petri
"Diamond Aircraft's Austro Engines has bench tested a new dual
FADEC-controlled rotary aircraft engine, the AE80R, that aims to match a
weight of 60 pounds with a power output of 80 hp. The engine has been in
development for more than two years and builds on Austro's experience with
the AE50R 55-hp rotary engine but has differences in its internal design
that incorporates a "no loss lubrication system." The new engine is
targeting the LSA and ultralight aircraft markets, and may also see use in
unmanned aircraft. Austro Christian Dries, chairman and owner of Diamond
Aircraft, which owns Austro, says the new engine "has no vibration" and is a
good fit for weight-sensitive small aircraft."
"According to Diamond, the dual FADEC system will keep fuel consumption at
its lowest possible limits and the engine oil system will result in
extremely low oil consumption, maximizing its efficiency. Austro Engine last
summer pursued airframe manufacturers other than Diamond, seeking potential
matches for its diesel engines, which it sees as a growing segment in
European aircraft markets. The company already offers diesel and rotary
style engines. Austro's recent production of AE50-series rotary engines has
been close to 125 engines per year."
They are making a lot of claims but they are not telling us how they
are doing it. Hopefully they did away with charge cooling.
Paul Lamar
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