The FAA STC for Raisbeck Engineering’s Swept Blade Turbofan Propellers for the King Air 350 has been officially validated by Mexico’s Dirección General de Aeronáutica Civil (DGAC). The request for the validation was submitted to the DGAC in mid-February of this year; official approval was received on April 1, 2016.
Raisbeck’s Swept Blade Propellers for the King Air 200 Series and 90 Series have been certified by the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), as well as the DGAC. According to the company, the Swept Blade Propellers enable larger diameter propellers for increased thrust while significantly reducing in-flight cabin noise levels. Takeoff acceleration, single-engine climb, twin-engine climb to altitude and landing performance are all improved and noticeable to the pilot. In addition, there is no floating tendency during landing flare-out.
Raisbeck’s Swept Blade Propellers are manufactured by Hartzell Propeller, and are available for purchase and installation on short notice. Constructed of aluminum, the four-blade props can be maintained and overhauled by virtually every prop shop around the world using well-known techniques and procedures.
For more information on the Swept Blade Propellers and all the products they offer for King Airs, go to www.raisbeck.com.
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