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Wipaire is widely known to the world of seaplanes, manufacturing a full line of smooth, lightweight aircraft floats for aircraft of all types, from the Piper Cub to the De Havilland Twin Otter, including most single-engine Cessna aircraft. Founded in 1960, the company today provides a variety of quality services for floatplanes including maintenance, refinishing, avionics, and performance modifications.
Much like Hartzell Propeller, Wipaire is focused on improving the flying experience for pilots around the world. It’s why our two companies have formed such a strong partnership over the years, working together to engineer propeller STC modifications that deliver improved performance, convenience, and reliability.
Wipaire’s latest FAA-approved STC, the Hartzell four-blade Yukon Propeller for Cessna Caravans, made quite the splash when it debuted at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh!
Keep reading to learn more about the new propeller, available now for order and installation.
Hartzell worked closely with Wipaire to design and engineer the new 110-inch diameter, four-blade, carbon fiber composite Yukon propeller.
Available with or without TKS ice protection or electric de-ice boots, the Yukon applies to:
● C208 & C208B floated or wheeled
● PT6A-114A 675 SHP Engine
● PT6A-140 867 SHP Engine
The new Yukon propeller offers stunning ramp appeal, but it’s the significant performance improvements that are sure to impress floatplane owners and operators.
In flight testing, the Caravan with a Yukon propeller delivered impressive flight performance improvements, which will help enhance safety whether operating on land or water. These improvements are especially exciting for float pilots operating in locations with smaller lakes, such as Alaska and Canada, which would be difficult to access otherwise.
When taking off from short, off-airport runways or smaller bodies of water, backcountry pilots have little margin for error. Off-airport, STOL pilots will be pleased to know the Yukon offers up to a 26% decrease in total takeoff distance from land, and up to a 31% decrease in takeoff from water. Test flights also confirmed there is no change in Caravan stall speeds with the new prop.
Propeller weight savings is another important improvement for Caravan owners and operators with the new Yukon prop. At just 137 pounds, the carbon fiber composite Yukon is up to 19 pounds lighter than other props. Freeing up the aircraft’s useful load can also enable Caravan pilots to carry more fuel or cargo.
The Yukon’s carbon composite construction and nickel leading edges reduce risks for corrosion, an important factor to consider when operating in water.
The brand-new Yukon propeller is fully approved and available for order from Wipaire. Contact their team to learn more and get started!
