Yet the helicopter is also quite fast ... According to Honeywell, “The latest configuration T55-714C delivers 20% more power and uses 8% less fuel than its predecessor. The next-generation ...

The CH-47J is powered by two Honeywell T55 engines and has a significant ... most of which are unreachable by fixed-wing aircraft, require helicopters like the CH-47 to be reached.

2xTextron Lycoming T55-4-714 Turboshaft engines Max Speed: 259 kph Range: 1382 km The MH-47 Chinook and its “E,” “D” and “G” variants are the primary heavy lift transport helicopters ...