DA40 Lycoming Propeller Options

Dan Montgomery The BEST propeller, and most expensive one for the DA40 (Lycoming powered) is the 2-blade, true composite prop from Hartzell. It is the same weight as the wood core MT, much smoother than the aluminum prop and more durable than either.  Most Diamond Stars in North America are flying behind either a metal […]

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