McCauley Propeller Systems announced today its newest C780 propeller for the Beechcraft King Air B300 series, featuring four aluminuim swept blades and a 105-inch diameter, has successfully achieved certification from the National Civil Aviation Agency of Brazil (ANAC). Brazil is the second largest installed base globally for Beechcraft King Air turboprops.

McCauley Propeller Systems is a division of Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. company.

"The high-performance McCauley C780 propeller, with its lightweight scimitar blade design, will improve the flying experience for over 700 King Airs in Brazil," said Jason Hull, vice president and general manager, McCauley Propeller Systems. “The propeller offers versatility and performance enhancements to equip customers in the region with smart solutions for their unique missions and circumstances.”

With the new C780 propeller, King Air B300 owners and operators experience:

- Propeller weight savings of more than 50 pounds compared to previous options

- Increased takeoff and climb performance

- Reduced noise in the cabin and cockpit

- Extended Time Between Overhaul (TBO) of 5,000 hours or 72 months

- Textron Aviation’s 5,000 hours or 36-month limited propeller warranty

King Air B300 customers can have the propeller installed on their aircraft at a Textron Aviation Service Center or Authorized McCauley Service Facility without any additional modifications required.