Hartzell’s Polaris Propeller for the Diamond DA40NG

TL: DR The Hartzell Polaris propeller is an excellent option for Diamond owners configuring a new airplane and owners who want to replace their original MT propeller. The Polaris construction and composite materials have been more durable than my original MT propeller. The propeller's performance characteristics are not substantially different from the MT's in climb […]

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