Hartzell Propeller, working closely with CubCrafters and\nLycoming Engines, is developing and launching the lightweight Pathfinder\ncomposite three-blade constant speed propeller. CubCrafters is Hartzell’s\nexclusive launch customer for the new Pathfinder prop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
With updated aerodynamics and internal structure, the\nPathfinder is quieter, smoother, and, like the popular two-blade Hartzell\nTrailblazer propeller, it is optimized for back country operations. The\nPathfinder propeller with aluminum hub and structural composite blades weighs\n44 lbs. and is a three-blade alternative to the reliable Trailblazer propeller.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Pathfinder prop is an integral part of CubCrafters’\nnewly designed firewall forward package, including a much more powerful engine\nfrom Lycoming dubbed the CC393i. The new lightweight, fuel injected engine\ndelivers more than 215 horsepower and weighs only 10 lbs. more than legacy fuel\ninjected 180 HP engines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“It has been a pleasure working with Lycoming and\nCubCrafters to upgrade the performance of the XCub and we are pleased to be at\nthe forefront of yet another forward leap in performance,” said Hartzell\nPropeller Executive Vice President and General Manager JJ Frigge. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The new Lycoming CC393i engine and Hartzell Pathfinder\npropeller combination will be displayed as part of CubCrafters’ AirVenture 2019\nexhibit at Booth 273\/274, and is an option for new XCub orders with delivery in\n2020 and beyond.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Hartzell Propeller President Joe Brown said, “As a back\ncountry pilot, I’m eager to experience the enhanced performance of the XCub.\nThe combination of the Lycoming CC393i engine, partnered with the Hartzell\nPathfinder propeller, will take the XCub flying experience to the next\nlevel.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Hartzell Propeller is the global leader in advanced\ntechnology aircraft propeller design and manufacturing for business, commercial\nand government customers. The company designs next generation propellers with\ninnovative “blended airfoil” technology and manufactures them with\nrevolutionary machining centers, robotics and custom resin transfer molding\ncuring stations. <\/p>\n\n\n\n