# TCDS P-919: McCauley Propeller Systems

- Type: Type certificate data sheet
- Status: Current
- Holder: McCauley Propeller Systems
- Revision: 8
- Revised: July 7, 2006
- Product: Propeller
- Certification basis: CAR 14
- Data sheet PDF: https://openairdocs.org/files/sha256/e2/fb/e2fb6c104c6f425c6a8b2c5c1964e1802ca8123260aeff3bfccf9fd74b8f92f3
- FAA DRS: https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/45CFB6B70A7C2D57862571A800651B86.0001
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/tcds/P-919

## Models (2)

As the data sheet lists them.

- 2A31C21
- B2A31C63

## 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-919 
Revision 8 
McCauley 
 2A31C 
 B2A31C 
 
July 7, 2006 
 
TYPE CERTIFICATE DATA SHEET NO. P-919
 
Propellers of models described herein conforming with this data sheet (which is part of type certificate no. 919) and other 
approved data on file with the Federal Aviation Administration meet the minimum standards for use in certificated aircraft in 
accordance with pertinent aircraft data sheets and applicable portions of the Federal Aviation Regulations provided they are 
installed, operated, and maintained as prescribed by the approved manufacturer's manuals and other approved instructions. 
 
Manufacturer McCauley Propeller Systems 
 7751 East Pawnee  
 Wichita, KS 67207 
 
 
Type Constant speed; hydraulic  (see Note 3) 
 
Engine shaft Special flange 4 in. B.C. 
 
Hub material Aluminum alloy 
 
Blade material Aluminum alloy 
 
Number of blades 2 
 
Hub models eligible 2A31C21, B2A31C63 
 
Blade 
Eligible 
Maximum 
Continuous 
 
Takeoff 
 
Diameter Limits 
Approx. Max. Wt. Complete 
(for reference only) 
(See Note 2) HP RPM HP RPM (See Note 2) (See Note 3) 
84S-0 
to 
84S-9 
 
175 
 
2400 
 
175 
 
2400 
 
84"  -  75" 
(-0 to -9) 
 
43 lb. 
84S-4 
to  
84S-12 
 
220 
 
2800 
 
220 
 
2800 
 
80"  -  72" 
(-4 to -12) 
 
42 lb. 
 
Certification basis CAR 14 effective December 15, 1956 
 Type Certificate No. 919 issued August 15, 1961, under delegation option provisions 
   of Part 410 of the Regulations of the Administrator. 
 Date of Application for Type Certificate July 20, 1961. 
 
Production basis Production Certificate No. 3 
Page No. 1 2 3 
Rev. No. 8 7 7

P-919 Page 2 of 3 
NOTE 1. Hub Model Designation
         Basic Model Designation 
          
B 2 A 31 C 21 - A   
         Minor change not affecting interchangeability or eligibility 
          
         Any change affecting eligibility 
          
         C denotes constant speed 
          
         McCauley blade shank size 
          
         Special flange 4" B.C. 
          
         Number of blades 
          
         Indicates dowel location with respect to centerline through 
blade sockets, viewing hub from flange mounting face. 
           Blank  -  60° and 240° clockwise 
  B         -    0° and 180° clockwise 
 
NOTE 2. Blade Model Designation
     Basic model designation 
      
84 S - 0   
     Reduction in inches from basic design diameter (as -4, 
     diameter reduced 4 inches to 80 inches.) 
      
     Blade form characteristics, i.e. activity factor, planform, 
     pitch distribution, etc. 
      
     Basic design diameter in inches. 
 
NOTE 3. Pitch Control.  Eligible with the following governors: 
  
 Woodward Model x, 210.xxx Wt. 3.5 lb. 
 Garwin Model 34-827 Wt. 4.5 lb. 
 Garwin Model 34-828 Wt. 4.0 
 Garwin Model 34-831-03 Wt. 3.0 
 McCauley Model C290D1/T(X) Wt. 2.8 lbs. 
 McCauley Model C290D2/T(X) Wt. 2.8 lbs. 
 McCauley Model C290D3/T(X) Wt. 2.8 lbs. 
 McCauley Model C290D4/T(X) Wt. 2.8 lbs. 
 
NOTE 4. Not applicable. 
 
NOTE 5. Left-Hand Models.  The left-hand version of an approved m odel is eligible at the same rating and 
   diameter limitations as listed for the right-hand model. 
 
NOTE 6. Not applicable. 
 
NOTE 7. Accessories
 (a) Spinner 
  (1) Model 2A31C21 eligible with Cessna spinner; Cessna Part No. 0552016. 
  (2) Model B2A31C63 eligible with Cessna spinner; Cessna Part No. 0550235. 
 
NOTE 8. Not applicable.

Page 3 of 3 P-919 
NOTE 9.  Table of Propeller-Engine Combinations 
  Approved Vibrationwise for Use on Normal Category 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. 
 
 
 
Hub Model 
 
Blade 
Model 
 
 
Engine Model 
Engine 
Damper 
Configuration 
 
Max. Dia. 
(Inches) 
 
Min. Dia. 
(Inches) 
 
 
Placards 
2A31C 84S Continental GO-300 series 
(Up to 175 hp and 2400 
rpm rating) 
Six 3rd Order 84 75 None 
2A31C 84S Franklin 6A-335 series (up 
to 180 hp and 2800 rpm 
rating) 
None 80 72 
 
None 
B2A31C 84S Continental IO-360 series 
(Up to 180 hp and 2700 
rpm rating) 
One 5th and 
One 6th order 
78 74 None 
2A31C 84S Franklin 6A-350 series (Up 
to 220 hp and 2800 rpm 
rating) 
None 80 74 None 
 
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 (1, 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

## STCs approved under this data sheet (2)

- [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.

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