TRACE Engines successfully tests 750 horsepower aircraft engine

In October 2009, TRACE Engines L.P. received its FAA Production Certificate for its 600 horsepower, liquid cooled, turbocharged V8 engine for the General Aviation market. In January 2010, TRACE achieved a new power milestone by successfully testing a production engine, with an experimental camshaft to over 750 horsepower. The additional 150 horsepower on the certified OE600 (600hp) TRACE platform enables an extra safety margin for short field take off applications. It also enables even faster climb rates to cruise altitude with similar fuel consumption. TRACE Engines is preparing for type approval of the new engine which will be designated the TE750, and has begun critical testing.