Aerospace

The aviation industry is the largest user of the jet engine in all its various forms. Whilst larger engines for commercial airlines are well developed there is a growing demand for engines for smaller gas turbine powered aircraft. This is for both the passenger carrying “general aviation” sector as well as the military surveillance and drone sectors. 


Currently most small airplanes (6 seats and under) are powered by 1950’s designed piston engines that run on high-octane avgas which is likely to be phased out due to environmental issues. A Bladon Jets turbo-prop engine that can run on widely available jet fuel (as well as synthetic and bio-fuels) would be a much lighter and greener replacement. 


And in the modern military, engines that can power unmanned aircraft for long periods at high altitudes with a low noise footprint are becoming key. A Bladon Jets micro turbo-fan engine would be ideal.

 Bladon Jets unique axial flow technology will also benefit larger gas turbine aero engines by cutting development times, improving efficiency and reducing manufacturing costs.