MT-Propeller Claims Increased Performance, Reduced Noise With New Prop

MT-Propeller Entwicklung GmbH has received an FAA STC for the next generation 5-blade scimitar composite propeller MTV-27-1-E-C-F-R(G)/CFRL250-55b on the Dornier Do228-100, -200 Series Series with the Engines Honeywell TPE331-5-252D, TPE331-5B-252D or TPE331-10T-511D, TPE331-10P-511D. The installation is certified by FAA STC No.SA03052NY.

The propeller installation weighs 80 pounds less that the original 4-blade propellers with aluminum blades. The company claims an increase in cruise speed of 2-3 knots, as well as reduced noise and vibration. They say the new prop meets meets enhanced European noise regulations.

The high-tech natural composite blades have no life limitation and can even be repaired in case of a FOD.

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.

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.

FMI: www.mt-propeller.com