MT-Propeller Quiet Fan Jet (QFJ) Propellers, engineered and certified for the Mitsubishi MU-2B series aircraft, offer improved performance in takeoff and climb, a very smooth run and a greatly reduced noise level, all giving the MU-2 a Jet-Like comfort. With this certification, owners and operators can opt for a new generation, lighter weight, and AD-free propeller for their MU-2s.
MT-Propeller has been the leading manufacturer of certified composite blades from the FAA and EASA in the 33 years since they have been conducting business. With over 120 STCs, MT-propellers are certified on a variety of aircraft including Regional Airliners like the Jetstream 41 aircraft and are approved to the highest requirements including the Part 25 bird strike (click here for video) and lightning strike certifications, without showing any damage to the blades. MT-Propeller has the greatest global experience for natural composite blade designs, with more than 50,000 MT blades flying worldwide with an accumulated 110 million flying hours without any flight failure. No other propeller has a higher safety record in the industry.
The natural composite blades manufactured for the MU-2 consist of highly compressed laminated beech wood that has a tensile strength similar to steel. The core is reinforced by layers of carbon fiber and glass and sealed with layers of acrylic polyurethane paint; the blade is protected by a nickel leading edge, which is 5 times harder than an aluminum blade and also corrosion free.
MT-propellers will not only look great on your MU-2; they offer a number of functional advantages over their predecessors:
- Reduced takeoff distance by approximately 5% (MTOW, SL, ISA conditions)!
- Enhanced climb performance by approximately 5% (MTOW, SL, ISA conditions)!
- Significant inside and outside noise reductions by up to 8 dB(A)!
- Best vibration dampening characteristics for nearly vibration-free propeller operations!
- Cooler ITTs during engine startup, therefore less engine wear and reduced risk of hot start!
- Unlimited blade life; FOD repairable blades; lighter than original propellers by 22 lbs.!
- Bonded nickel alloy for best erosion protection of the blades!
Air 1 st is the exclusive MT-Propeller dealer for the MU-2 and Twin Commander in the
United States and Canada and is also a dealer for Central and South America.
