MT-Propeller Entwicklung GmbH has received the the EASA STC 10055250 for the next generation 3-blade scimitar composite propeller MTV-12-D/188-59b on the Cirrus SR20. This installation ist already supplemental type certified by FAA STC SA03303CH (by Flight Resource LLC).
MT-Propeller Vice President Martin Albrecht announced, that the installation feature the following advantages:
- Reduced take-off distance by approx. 300ft (MTOW, SL, ISA conditions)
- Improved climb performance by approx. 5% (MTOW, SL, ISA conditions)
- Improved cruise performance by up to 3 kts depending on altitude and power
- Reduced weight by approx. 33 lbs compared to the original metal propellers
The MT-Propeller natural composite blades have no life limitation, and are repairable in case of an FOD.
They also provide best vibration damping characteristics for almost vibration free propeller operation and have bonded on stainless steel leading edges for superior erosion protection of the blades.
MT-Propeller is the world leading natural composite propeller manufacturer with 30 propeller models from 2-blade to 6-blade hydraulically controlled variable pitch propeller, for engines producing up to 5000hp, and 2-blade to 4-blade electrically controlled variable pitch propeller, for engines producing up to 350hp as well as two blade fixed pitch propellers.
Over 30 years ago, the first MT-Propeller was shipped. The high performance, light weight and durable MT-Propellers can be used on aircraft with piston engines and propeller turbines, as well as on airships, wind tunnels or hovercraft. Fulfilling the highest certifications requirements they are also supplemental type certified on Part 25 aircraft. There is no current Airworthiness Directives (AD).
MT-Propeller is holder of over 200 STCs worldwide and OEM supplier for more than 90% of the European Aircraft Industry as well as 30% of the US Aircraft Industry. Over 18,000 propeller systems with more than 60,000 blades are in service.
110 Million fleet hours where already performed on MT-Propellers.
A factory certified network of 60 service centers, provides best service and maintenance all over the world.
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