BLR Aerospace proudly announced that they sales of their new Whisper Prop Propeller system had gotten off to a great start with even propeller systems having been ordered. The first, for a King Air 90 GTi, was delivered in May. Featuring a natural composite core that dampens vibration, the 83-inch diameter propellers are manufactured by MT-Propeller of Germany.
“The reductions in noise and vibration are so significant that operators are taking notice,” said BLR Aerospace Vice President of Sales and Marketing Dave Marone. “In fact, one customer said that with Whisper Prop, his King Air 90 GTi is more like a turbojet than a turboprop.” Marone noted operators appreciate the system’s lightweight and substantial performance gains. “As we expected, there is strong market demand for this technology.”
All seven of the U.S. and European-based corporate and private use operators who purchased the Whisper Prop are already flying with BLR Winglets. When combined, Winglets and Whisper Prop work together to maximize a wide range of performance gains.
Noise is reduced significantly. Company King Air 90 GTi flight test data showed the the Whisper Prop delivered a 30-50 percent reduction in noise, measured in dB, (depending on audible frequency), compared to the standard King Air 90GTx propeller. When equipped with the Winglets, the system additionally delivers runway length reductions up to 33 percent, and significant gains in useful load. The system can also be installed independently.
“Operators can enjoy the short-field performance and interior space of a King Air with comfort surpassing the comparatively space-limited entry level business jet — all while flying an aircraft they already own,” Marone said. “It’s a rational and compelling value proposition.”
Three BLR dealers (Blackhawk Modifications, 307; Elliott Aviation, 2006; and Westar Aviation, 1139) will be exhibiting and available to discuss Whisper Prop during EAA AirVenture Oshkosh.