Propulsion system for a single engine propeller driven a/c

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The discussion focuses on selecting a propulsion system for a single-engine propeller-driven aircraft, with a particular interest in diesel engines due to their efficiency and cost-effectiveness. The designer is considering a range of options, including turboprop and piston prop engines, but finds aero-diesel engines increasingly appealing. The project requires a personal aircraft design with a range of 1600 km and a single engine. The designer acknowledges a trade-off between power-to-weight ratio and fuel cost. Input from others on the best engine choice is welcomed.
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for my design project, i have to consider a feasible prop systm for a single engine propellr driven aircraft and I am thinking about diesel engines. they seem very efficient and cheap for aircraft propulsion.
ill have a small number for power/ weight ratio but it will be cheaper and it wll use diesel fuel

can anybody offers turboprop or piston prop ?
 
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i think i didn't write the problem obviously.
I have to design a personal aircraft with 1600 km range and the pav must have one engine.

At first glance, I chose a turboprop engine but then aero-diesel engines became more reasonable for me.

If you have any opinion, I will be glad to hear
 
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