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Old 07-12-2016 | 08:57 AM
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Originally Posted by big_G
I just maidened my Caelus #2 today. It has a 22X12 carbon 2 blade prop. My competition plane (Caelus #1) has a 19.5X13 carbon 3 blade. Other than the props, they are identical in every way, from c/g to wing incidence. Both planes require working the rudder on up-lines. So...no difference as far as I can tell. BUT the 3 blade has a much more consistent speed envelope, both under power and off-power down-lines. Also, the 3 blade sounds much better.
Thank you for a very informative post. The more consistent speed and better sound are very desirable features. You probably cost me $200.

Jim O
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