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Old 07-07-2015 | 02:14 PM
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^^^^^^^^^^^ This. The aerobatic guys I hang out with say the only reason to go to a 3 blade prop is for noise abatement. I flew one a few years ago on a 33% Edge and didn't really notice and less power, but the aircraft's acceleration wasn't quite as noticeable, and speed was easier to control on a downline. Oh, and it was quiet. Too quiet.