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[H3] Customer Testimonials

"The excellent design, manufacturing and support team at Hartzell Propeller is indisputably an integral part of Piper’s legacy and of our current-day success. We and our customers count on Hartzell’s propellers and they don’t let us down.”
Simon Caldecott
President & CEO, Piper Aircraft

"Muncie Aviation Company strives to set the highest standards in the maintenance industry by providing the best service possible with the least down time for our customers. That’s why Muncie Aviation Company trusts the Hartzell Propeller Service Center for all of our propeller needs. Their customer service, quality of work, and quick turn times sets the highest standards in propeller services."
Don Burris
Director of Maintenance, Muncie Aviation Company

"Stevens Aviation uses the Hartzell Propeller Service Center for our propeller overhauls because of the turn time, price, experience and the ease of doing business. Quality is still your best buy."
Mick Waltz
Service Manager, Stevens Aviation Inc.

"Jet Air has been using the Hartzell Propeller Service Center for over 5 years and to date we have not had a warranty or workmanship issue. Keeping the propellers turning is what the customer expects along with the feeling of safety and trust. The overhaul turn time is continuing to be reduced without jeopardizing the quality of the product. The personnel in Piqua, Ohio go above and beyond to get propellers back into our hands so we get our customers back flying. With any component that we install on our customer’s aircraft, the quality of the product must be to the highest standard. “Failure is not an option.” Hartzell Propeller Service Center gives us that quality. When the propeller overhauls are due, we recommend the Hartzell Propeller Service Center to our customers."
Joseph Megna Sr.

"The Hartzell 3-bladed scimitar prop has really enhanced the GA8 Airvans, in our experience providing smooth and improved climb performance with a significantly improved noise footprint. Most recently, we have appreciated the prompt and effective support of Hartzell when an unexpected hitch on prop overhaul had our C208B grounded at a peak time. Rapid delivery of a new replacement propeller was exemplary and lead to our company exploring 4- and 3-blade Hartzell propeller options for reduced noise emission important in our operation."
Richard Rayward

"I depend on my Hartzell propeller to help me do the job…without fail. I have been running the Hartzell propeller for over 14 years. I have never been let down by this prop…in any way! It has been reliable and maintenance free for all 14 years, other than a fresh coat of paint! The performance I get from the Hartzell propeller is truly second to none. Couple this with its 100% reliability over the past 14 years, and you have a winning combination. My sponsor depends on me to be at the shows on time and ready to perform…without my Hartzell propeller mounted up front, I don’t think I could deliver with such confidence and reliability. With so many aspects in the airshow business to worry about…its nice to know that my Hartzell propeller isn’t one of them…its always been ready...and has never let me down. I take great pride in flying American made. I have met and worked with the people of Hartzell Propellers…each and every person there takes the same pride in the design, manufacturing and support of their props as I do flying behind it. As the lead pilot of “The 4ce” formation aerobatic team, I need to have 100% trust not only in my teammates, but in my Hartzell prop to run smooth and reliably…with only a couple feet of separation between our planes, there is no room for “second best.”
Matt Chapman
Aerobatic Performer, Matt Chapman Airshows

"My Hartzell propeller is simply bulletproof. There are few aviators who rely on their prop more than me, and with a Hartzell, I have the ultimate confidence that it will never let me down. The fact is that the Hartzell Propeller gives me the ultimate in performance and reliability."
Michael Goulian
Aerobatic Pilot, Goulian Aerosports

"Hartzell really understands the unique needs of aviation industry while providing consistent high quality product with exceptional performance. Thrush can always trust them to provide timely deliveries while providing the first class service to support our customers’ needs. With Hartzell as our partner, we have the confidence to continue growing our business."
Payne Hughes
President, Thrush Aircraft

"Hartzell Propeller is surely part of the success story of our Very Fast Turboprop aircraft TBM700/850 program since its launch in 1990 with more than 650 aircraft produced."
Nicolas Chabbert
Senior Vice President, DAHER-SOCATA Airplane Division

"No propeller we've tried has given us better performance or reliability than the Hartzell. They give us the ability to get the best our of our airplanes."
Dick VanGrunsven
Founder, Van's Aircraft

"Hartzell Propeller is and has been a great supplier of the most efficient propellers for our planes. They have provided excellent customer support for our mutual customers over the years. We look forward to a continued long-term relationship with the people of Hartzell."
Jim Hirsch
President, Air Tractor

[H3] Lightweight Performance, Purpose-Built for Rotax

The Falcon series is Hartzell’s next-generation carbon fiber propeller lineup designed specifically for light sport aircraft (LSA) powered by Rotax aircraft engines.
With a continued investment in LSA propeller design, Hartzell is bringing high-performance, purpose-built propellers to modern sport pilots.

[H3] MEET THE KESTREL
[H4] Unbelievably Lightweight. Unmistakably Powerful.

The first in the new Falcon series, the Kestrel is a three-blade, carbon fiber, constant-speed propeller custom-engineered to optimize Rotax 915 and 916 aircraft engine performance.
First featured on the STOL CubCrafters Carbon Cub UL, the Kestrel offers a proven upgrade from fixed or ground-adjustable propellers, unlocking greater performance and efficiency for light sport aircraft.
The Kestrel propeller has received ASTM approval, with FAA certification expected later this year.

[H3] KEY ADVANTAGES:
• Only 19.6 lbs — 10 pounds lighter than any other constant speed propeller option for Rotax 915 and 916
• Up to 3–4 knot increase in cruise speed
• Superior carbon fiber blade construction
• Improved takeoff and climb performance
• Smoother, more responsive handling
• Extremely durable blades with on-wing repairability to minimize downtime
• Tailored for backcountry and cross-country capabilities

[H3] PRODUCT SPECS:
• Propeller Type: Constant-speed
• Number of Blades: 3
• Diameter: 76 inches
• Weight: 19.6 lbs
• Blade Construction: Carbon Fiber
• Engine Compatibility: Rotax 915 & 916

[H3] WHAT OUR PARTNERS ARE SAYING
“Hartzell’s Kestrel propeller is a game-changer for the Carbon Cub UL. It delivers superior handling, improved takeoff and climb performance, and a 3-4 knot increase in cruise speed compared to other propellers—all while maintaining a lightweight design. Plus, it looks fantastic on the aircraft.”
Pat Horgan
CubCrafters President and CEO

[H3] DEMAND MORE FROM YOUR LSA PROPELLER

With the next generation of high-performance light sport aircraft on the horizon, now’s the time to make sure your propeller is MOSAIC-ready and engineered to perform.
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[H3] TURN TO THE KITPLANE PROPELLER EXPERTS
Whether this is your first build or your fifth, Hartzell provides experimental propellers that are just right for your aircraft. From the backcountry to winning with top speed at Reno, we strive to make your airplane perform at its best with our wide range of aluminum and carbon fiber composite propeller options. We design, test, and manufacture our propellers for experimental aircraft to meet the same rigorous standards used for FAA-certified installations with the goal of providing second-to-none performance, quality, and reliability.

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[H2] Popular Props

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[H3] The Explorer
If cruise speed is the mission, Hartzell Propeller’s Explorer prop is the proven choice for cross country flying. The Explorer is a 3-blade propeller configured with a lightweight Raptor series hub and carbon fiber composite blades. The Explorer is available for kitplanes that are powered by select 320, 360, and 390 series engines.

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[H3] The Pathfinder
Hartzell’s Pathfinder prop has been designed for those seeking the thrill of backcountry flying. Its mission is short take-off and landing (STOL) operations for those pilots who need to get in and out of remote locations. The Pathfinder, also a 3-blade propeller configured with a lightweight Raptor series hub and carbon fiber composite blades, can be utilized on select 360 and 390 series engines.

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[H3] The Trailblazer
Hartzell’s Trailblazer prop has been propelling pilots in and out of the backcountry for nearly a decade, while also getting float operators off of the step in no time. Utilizing a standard compact series hub and carbon fiber composite blades, the Trailblazer is available in both two and three blade configurations. The Trailblazer is powered by select 360, 390, 540, 580 series engines.

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[H3] Blended Airfoil
Hartzell’s widely popular Blended Airfoil prop can be found on a variety of kitplanes for pilots who want to arrive at their destinations in the shortest amount of time. The Blended Airfoil prop was optimized for cruise speed with cross country flying in mind. The Blended Airfoil is a 2-blade propeller configured with a compact series hub and aluminum swept tip blades. The Blended Airfoil prop can be found on kitplanes with select 360 and 390 series engines.

[H3] KITPLANE MANUFACTURERS

[H2] PARTNER WITH HARTZELL
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[H3] BUILT ON HONOR FOR THE KITPLANE COMMUNITY

In 1917, George Hartzell and his son Robert, following the advice of their close friend Orville Wright, began manufacturing walnut fixed pitch propellers in Piqua, Ohio. Now, over 100 years later, that same spirit of inventiveness propels us to collaborate with the passionate kitplane community. Hartzell has played a crucial role in the development of constant speed propellers and structural composite blades for a wide range of kitplanes. Whether it’s reciprocating, turbine, or electric-powered aircraft, we continue to evolve our product line with high-performance, reliable propellers to support the experimental and homebuilt aircraft market.
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[H3] LET’S Fly!

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