Continental has received EASA type certificate validation for the Jet-A CD-170 engine, which is the latest in the CD-100 series of engines that has accumulated over 7.1 million flight hours worldwide since its inception. Continental plans to apply for other foreign validation type certificates for the CD-170.

This 170-horsepower engine has a higher power output that is achieved through several internal design features, such as an increased fuel injection rail pressure and adjusted injection time. These and other design changes result in higher performance output and maximised efficiency through an overall improved combustion process. The CD-170 operates efficiently on readily available Jet A-1 or Diesel EN590, reducing fuel consumption by up to 50% compared to comparable gasoline engines. It has reduced operating costs and extended endurance or range that is monitored from the engine's Full Authority Engine Digital Control (FADEC) system.

This engine design has received production certificate validation and is successfully integrated into Tecnam's P2010 TDI aircraft.

"We are pleased to reach this significant milestone for the CD-170 engine", says Jurgen Schwarz, Executive Vice President of Global Engineering of Continental Aerospace Technologies. "This milestone represents the dedication of our team and our commitment to advancing Jet-A technology. This engine design demonstrates innovation through our enhanced fuel system that provides an additional level of redundancy, making it a safe and reliable option."