gonzaviador
I'm New Here
Hi Group. I want to ask some questions related to the Catto prop use in a RV-7 and the effect that it has on the CG, and how to address it. I know that a lot has been written about this issue, so is not my intention to start a new tread on it. My engine will be the Aerosport Power IO-375.
My first choice would be the Aluminum Hartzell, but the only issue that I have with it is, since I'm in Chile, I don't have an authorized Hartzell repair facility here (although there are many maintenance facilities that can do the job), and want to avoid the regular maintenance schedule and costs.
I've read that many of the ones that have used a lightweight prop had cg issues, but other seems to be flying fine with no issues, so I'm a little puzzled.
In short, my questions are:
- There is a way to use a Catto Prop in a RV-7 and don't have CG issues? How? (heavy crush plate, extension, and so on... where do I purchase such items?)
- The use of the Catto will require some kind of mod to the cowls or other part of the airframe?
- Does the prop has a regular inspection schedule? can be performed by yourself or do you need a maintenance facility to do it?
- If little damage occurs (nicks), there are guidelines to verify yourself if it still airworthy? Can this little damages be repaired by yourself?
Thanks a lot for your advice.
My first choice would be the Aluminum Hartzell, but the only issue that I have with it is, since I'm in Chile, I don't have an authorized Hartzell repair facility here (although there are many maintenance facilities that can do the job), and want to avoid the regular maintenance schedule and costs.
I've read that many of the ones that have used a lightweight prop had cg issues, but other seems to be flying fine with no issues, so I'm a little puzzled.
In short, my questions are:
- There is a way to use a Catto Prop in a RV-7 and don't have CG issues? How? (heavy crush plate, extension, and so on... where do I purchase such items?)
- The use of the Catto will require some kind of mod to the cowls or other part of the airframe?
- Does the prop has a regular inspection schedule? can be performed by yourself or do you need a maintenance facility to do it?
- If little damage occurs (nicks), there are guidelines to verify yourself if it still airworthy? Can this little damages be repaired by yourself?
Thanks a lot for your advice.