Continental Aerospace Technologies™ is honored to announce that the CD-170R Jet-A piston engine for rotorcraft applications has received the Editors’ Choice Award from FLYING Magazine. This award is given to products that are shaping the future of flight and pushing the boundaries of what operators and pilots can do worldwide.

The CD-107R is Continental’s first Jet-A piston engine specifically designed for the rotorcraft market, marking a significant expansion of Continental’s advanced propulsion portfolio. The CD-170R’s optimized performance and rotorcraft-specific features demonstrate Continental’s commitment to providing solutions that meet the evolving needs of our customers and of the aviation industry.
The engine results from years of engineering development focused on efficiency and performance, aimed at delivering useful and effective propulsion technology for operators’ missions. The CD-170R continues Continental’s legacy of innovation, supporting pilots globally with cutting-edge technology backed by a comprehensive service network.
Continental® thanks FLYING Magazine for this recognition and extends its appreciation to our team, who has made this achievement possible. The company remains focused on delivering advanced propulsion solutions that will shape the future of rotorcraft and general aviation.







