MT-Propeller Entwicklung GmbH has received the the ANAC Brazil STC 2019S10-04 for the next generation 4-blade scimitar composite propeller MTV-14-B/195-30b on the Piper Models PA-46-350P, PA-46R-350T powered by a Lycoming TIO-540-AE2 Engine.
This installation ist already supplemental type certified by EASA STC 10034435 and FAA SA03637NY.
MT-Propeller President Gerd Muehlbauer says, that the installation feature the following advantages:
- Shorter take-off distance by approx. -5 percent (SL, ISA conditions)
- Enhanced climb and cruise performance by approx. 5 to 10 percent (SL, ISA conditions)
- Enhanced cruise performance by 5 to 8 kts (MTOW, ISA conditions)
- With "max. Engine Speed 2500 rpm" the airplane complies with "Erhöhter Schallschutz" for Germany
The MT-Propeller natural composite blades provide significant inside and outside noise reduction.
They have no life limitation and are repairable in case of an FOD.
The scimitar 4-blade design gives the Piper PA-46-350P, PA-46R-350T an unbeatable esthetic ramp appeal.
MT-Propeller is the world leading natural composite propeller manufacturer with 30 certified propeller models from 2-blade to 7-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 and hovercraft. MT-Propellers can be developed for nearly every aircraft type from motor gliders to regional airliners.
Fulfilling the highest certification requirements they are also supplemental type certified on Part 25 aircraft.
