MT-Propeller has received an FAA STC for the next generation composite 3-blade propeller on the Piper PA-28-236 Dakota with a Lycoming IO-540-J3A5D engine.
This installation is already certified by EASA.
According to MT-Propeller Vice President Martin Albrecht, the installation features:
- Enhanced climb performance by approximately 5% (MTOW, SL, ISA conditions)
- Enhanced cruise performance by 2 to 3 kts (MTOW, ISA conditions)
- Unlimited blade life
The MT-Propeller natural composite blades provide significant inside and outside noise reduction, according to company officials. They have no life limitation and are repairable in case of FOD, officials add.