The most ubiquitous turboprop engine in the world is the Pratt & Whitney PT-6–more than a hundred versions of it are out there, too. Famed for its reliability, power and flexibility, the PT-6 is on hundreds of models. While the workings of a gas turbine aren’t all that complicated, pictures and words don’t get the point across very well. This does! Thanks, Pratt!
Video: A Pratt & Whitney PT-6 Turbine Section Cutaway In Action
If you've ever wondered how a turbine section works, wonder no more!
Key Takeaways:
- The Pratt & Whitney PT-6 is the world's most common turboprop engine.
- It boasts reliability, power, and flexibility.
- The PT-6 engine is used in hundreds of aircraft models.
- A video (linked in the original text) provides a visual explanation of the engine's workings.
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