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Old 05-16-2003 | 03:22 AM
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Default prop noise

you might think about a 3-bladed prop. it'll reduce the tip speed per given RPM, thus the noise. bonus, more prop clearance -since power won't be an issue. also, might help be an 'air-brake' at low idle. These are some of the reason's the H9 Alpha uses a 3-blade prop.