# TCDS P-901: McCauley Propeller Systems - Type: Type certificate data sheet - Status: Current - Holder: McCauley Propeller Systems - Revision: 11 - Revised: July 7, 2006 - Product: Propeller - Certification basis: Part 14, CAR 14 - Data sheet PDF: https://openairdocs.org/files/sha256/94/8a/948a7d1985eabbe59eba0665e35d5a303cb6ea89aca2c54800caa1203fecc189 - FAA DRS: https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/2339135FC15E60B8862571A80063F4FC.0001 - Page: https://openairdocs.org/tcds/P-901 ## Models (2) As the data sheet lists them. - 2D36C28 - 2D36C14 ## What the data sheet says From the PDF's text layer, line by line; tables lose their columns. The PDF is the record. ```text DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION P-901 Revision 11 McCauley 2D36 July 7, 2006 TYPE CERTIFICATE DATA SHEET NO. P-901 Propellers of models described herein conforming with this data sheet (which is part of type certificate no. 901) and other approved data on file with the Federal Aviation Administration meet the minimum standards for use in the certificated aircraft in accordance with pertinent aircraft data sheets and applicable portions of the Civil Air Regulations/Federal Aviation Regulations provided they are installed, operated, and maintained as prescribed by the approved manufacturer's manuals and other approved instructions. Type Certificate Holder McCauley Propeller Systems 7751 East Pawnee Wichita, KS 67207 Type Constant speed; hydraulic (see Note 3) Engine shaft SAE No. 2 flange modified (6-1/2 in. mounting bolts) Hub material Aluminum alloy Blade material Aluminum alloy Number of blades 2 Hub models eligible 2D36C14, 2D36C28 Blades Eligible Max. Continuous Takeoff Diameter Limits Approx. maximum weight complete (for reference only) (See Note 2) HP RPM HP RPM (see Note 2) (See Note 3) 78KM-0 to 78KM-8 180 2700 180 2700 78" - 70" (-0 to -8) 57.5 lbs. 80MM-0 to 80MM-8 265 2700 265 2700 80" - 72" (-0 to -8) 62.0 lbs. Certification basis Civil Air Regulations Part 14 effective December 15, 1956. Type Certificate No. 901 issued September 30, 1957. Date of application for Type Certificate April 14, 1957. Production basis Production Certificate No. 3 NOTE 1. Hub Model Designation Basic model designation 2 D 36 C 14 - A Minor change not affecting interchangeability or eligibility Any change affecting eligibility C denotes Constant Speed McCauley blade shank size SAE No. 2 flange modified (6-1/2 in. mounting bolts) Number of blades Page No. 1 2 Rev. No. 11 10 P-901 Page 2 of 2 NOTE 2. Blade Model Designation Basic model designation 78 KM - 0 Reduction in inches from basic design diameter (as -4, diameter reduced 4 inches to 74 inches) Blade form characteristics, i.e. activity factor, planform, pitch distribution, etc. Basic design diameter in inches NOTE 3. Pitch controls Eligible. Eligible with the following governors: Woodward Model x, 210, xxx Wt. 3.5 lb. Hoof Model 1,000,007 Wt. 3.5 lb. Garwin Model 34-828 Wt. 4.0 lb. McCauley Model C290D1/T(X) Wt. 2.8 lb. McCauley Model C290D2/T(X) Wt. 2.8 lb. McCauley Model C290D3/T(X) Wt. 2.8 lb. NOTE 4. Not applicable. NOTE 5. Left-Hand Models. The left-hand version of an approved model is eligible at the same rating and diameter limitations as listed for the right-hand model. NOTE 6. Not applicable. NOTE 7. Accessories. Not applicable. NOTE 8. Not applicable. NOTE 9. Table of Propeller-Engine Combinations Approved Vibrationwise for Use on Single-Engine Tractor Aircraft The maximum and minimum propeller diameters that can be used from a vibration standpoint are shown below. No reduction below the minimum diameter listed is permissible since this figure includes the diameter reduction allowable for repair purposes. Blade Model Engine Model Max. Dia. (Inches) (Min. Dia. (Inches) Placards 78KM Lycoming O-360-A1A, B1A, C1A 74 72 *"Avoid continuous operation, while descending between 2250 and 2550 rpm with manifold pressure settings below 15 inches mercury." 80MM Lycoming O-540-A1A 74 73 "Avoid continuous operation between 2225 and 2275 rpm." 80MM Lycoming O-540-A1A5 74 73 None 80MM Lycoming O-540-B1B5 74 73 None *Ref. - Airworthiness Directive 70-4-1. NOTE 10. The word "eligible" as used herein does not signify approval For approval, compliance with the applicable aircraft airworthiness requirements is necessary. ....END..... ``` ## ADs (4, in force first) - [AD 2005-14-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-14-11): Failed propeller blade · Hartzell Propeller BHC-92W, BHC-92ZF-1, BHC-92ZF-3 and 391 more. Effective Aug 17, 2005 - [AD 77-16-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/77-16-01): Actuating Pins · McCauley Propeller Systems 2A34C, 2A36C1, 2A36C18 and 8 more. Effective Aug 9, 1977 - [AD 70-04-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/70-04-01): Blades · McCauley Propeller Systems 2D34C, 2D36C14 and B2D34C. Effective Feb 20, 1970 - [AD 64-24-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/64-24-04): Blade Threaded Shank · McCauley Propeller Systems 2A36C1, 2A36C18, 2A36C23 and 10 more. Effective Nov 20, 1964 ## STCs approved under this data sheet (3) - [STC SP01222WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SP01222WI): Installation of Aircraft Development propeller vortelators.. Aircraft Development Co - [STC SP00582NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SP00582NY): Installation of Prop-Guard Polyurethane Protective Tape on the leading edge of metal propellers.. McFarlane Aviation, Inc. - [STC SP1628SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SP1628SO): Install H&H Propeller blade activating link P/N H-1935.. Henderson Timothy H --- OpenAirDocs.org is an independent research project of [Contrail Labs](https://contraillabs.com/). It is not affiliated with the FAA or the NTSB. Source documents are U.S. government works in the public domain.