Ikhana Picks GE H-series for Re-engined Twin Otter

GE Aviation (Stand A013) announced the tenth application for the H-series turboprop engine. Murrieta, California-based Ikhana Aircraft Services selected it to re-engine de Havilland Twin Otter DHC-6-100/-200/-300s, which are originally powered by Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6As. “The significantly higher horsepower of the H-series compared to other existing engine offerings is intended to provide improved utility and mission capabilities not currently available to Twin Otter operators,” said Ikhana president and CEO John Zublin, The power of the H-series engines ranges from 750 to 850 shp.