As discussions continue with a myriad of airframers examining a 90-seat turboprop, GE is examining existing and new technology for potential engines to power those aircraft.

In the past couple of years ATR, Bombardier, Embraer and Chinese manufacturer Xian have all disclosed they are studying larger turboprops, with Xian offering a direct challenge to ATR’s current 72-500 model through the MA700.

At last week’s Regional Airline Association convention in Salt Lake City, GE manager CF34 project development Chuck Nugent said earlier that the manufacturer is examining a couple of options in approaching an engine for a larger 90-seat turboprop. Tho

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