McCauley Celebrates Certification for King Air Props

The propeller-focused OEM provides a first-time, in-the-family solution for the twin turboprop.

Thursday, September 21, 2023 at 12:32 PM ET

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The aluminum four-blade McCauley prop system gained type certification in July and entered into service in mid-September. [Courtesy of Textron Aviation]

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McCauley Propeller Systems, celebrating its 85th year, has launched its new C780 propeller with its first delivery and entry into service on the Beechcraft King Air B300 series.
The C780 propeller, which achieved type certification in July, offers King Air B300 customers enhanced performance, a quieter cabin, greater efficiency, and over 50 pounds in weight savings.
This new option for King Air B300 series aircraft is available for installation at Textron Aviation Service Centers and authorized McCauley facilities, boasting an extended 5,000-hour TBO.

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In the midst of marking its 85th year serving the aviation industry, McCauley Propeller Systems celebrates an important milestone. The division of Textron Aviation announced the first delivery and entry into service of the C780 propeller on the Beechcraft King Air B300 series—bringing the twin turboprop’s means of propulsion “into the family.”

The option joins McCauley props available on the B200, as well as B300 choices from Hartzell, MT Propeller, and others.