Compressor type used in gas turbines: identify the rotary compressor Gas turbines (especially aircraft and large power units) primarily use which type of rotary compressor? Choose the correct option.

Concept/ApproachModern aircraft and heavy-duty gas turbines predominantly use axial-flow compressors for their high mass-flow capability and good efficiency at high pressure ratios via multistaging. (Small/industrial units may use centrifugal stages, but axial flow is the standard for large engines.)

Final AnswerAxial-flow type