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DeltaHawk Update: Two New Jet-A Variants

Using the same block as the DHK180, DeltaHawk is working on two follow-on engines with more max continuous power.

Larry Anglisano
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Omar Filipovic

In an engine market weary of high prices, long lead times and aging tech, we think DeltaHawk is staring down sizable market potential with its DHK-series Jet-A-burning and liquid-cooled four-cylinder engine. Recall that last summer the company announced FAA type certification for the 180-HP DHK180A4, promised as the first of a family of engines with varying power.

Aside from announcing the 200-HP powerplant for the Van’s RV-14 experimental, the company hasn’t announced any completed STCs for aftermarket retrofit or an application in OEM certified airplanes. Presumably, the 180-HP DeltaHawk model would be the right fit for new Archers and Skyhawks, to name two.

Larry Anglisano

Editor in Chief Larry Anglisano has been a staple at Aviation Consumer since 1995. An active land, sea and glider pilot, Larry has over 30 years’ experience as an avionics repairman and flight test pilot. He’s the editorial director overseeing sister publications Aviation Safety magazine, IFR magazine and is a regular contributor to KITPLANES magazine with his Avionics Bootcamp column.