Rethink propulsion with an agile partner, a high-power test bench, and customized support for your R&D projects in combustion, hybrid or electric powertrains.
Alternative propulsion
Comprehensive support for sustainable propulsion in the aeronautics industry
CTA's Alternative Propulsion sector supports aerospace companies in developing, adapting and testing more sustainable powertrain solutions. Thanks to our state-of-the-art test cell, we carry out tests on powertrains up to 2 MW in power, including the development of :
- New generations of combustion engines with smaller environmental footprints, or their adaptation to new green fuels (in particular SAF)
- Hybrid and all-electric powertrain technologies for the aviation sector
Our specialized services
+Testing combustion and hybrid engines
Technologies and processes used
+Highly scalable and customizable data acquisition system, high and low frequency
Why work with the Aerospace Technology Center?
The CTA is a strategic partner for accelerating your alternative propulsion projects, whether integrating emerging technologies or optimizing existing systems. With privileged access to key players in the sector, our agile team adapts to your needs and draws on a solid technical network to provide effective support, from development to test cell validation.
What makes the difference:
- Access to financing programs for your R&D projects
- Multidisciplinary, flexible and complementary team
- Proximity to an ecosystem of suppliers and key skills