rdamazio
Well Known Member
I've started reading up a bit more on engines, props, governors and such (I'm still halfway through the fuselage, so just researching).
I noticed that MT has an electric governor option, which technically gets rid of the mechanical prop lever in favor of any electronic controller. I think for the IO-540 that'd be model P-863-5 (vs the usual P-860-5).
As someone who used to fly FADECs, having one less lever on the quadrant sounds appealing, but I'm probably oblivious to the difficulties and downsides of installing and maintaining that.
Any pros and cons of the electric? Has anyone actually used one in their plane?
Thanks!
Rodrigo
I noticed that MT has an electric governor option, which technically gets rid of the mechanical prop lever in favor of any electronic controller. I think for the IO-540 that'd be model P-863-5 (vs the usual P-860-5).
As someone who used to fly FADECs, having one less lever on the quadrant sounds appealing, but I'm probably oblivious to the difficulties and downsides of installing and maintaining that.
Any pros and cons of the electric? Has anyone actually used one in their plane?
Thanks!
Rodrigo