- Holder
- Hartzell Propeller LLC
- Revision
- 41
- Revised
- August 13, 2024
- Status
- Current
- Product
- Propeller
- Certification basis
- Part 35
- Models
- 2
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| Model | Also known as | Note |
|---|---|---|
| HC-D4 | ||
| HC-E4 |
Airworthiness directives · 2
ADs whose products are models on this data sheet, matched by model and maker.
STCs approved under this data sheet · 3
STC SP01222WIInstallation of Aircraft Development propeller vortelators.STC SP00582NYInstallation of Prop-Guard Polyurethane Protective Tape on the leading edge of metal propellers.STC SP00662SEInstallation of SMR electrothermal propeller deicer P/N SMR3017-1W as a replacement for BF Goodrich electrothermal propeller deicer P/N 4E3017-1.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION P10NE
FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION Revision 41
Hartzell
HC-D4, HC-E4
TYPE CERTIFICATE DATA SHEET NO. P10NE August 13, 2024
Propellers of mod els described herein conforming with this data sheet (which is part of Type Certificate No. P10NE) 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.
Type Certificate Holder Hartzell Propeller LLC.
Piqua, OH 45356
Type Certificate Holder Record Hartzell Propeller Inc.
Piqua, OH 45356
Type Constant speed; hydraulic (see Notes 3 and 4)
Engine shaft Special flange (see Note 1)
Hub material Aluminum Alloy
Blade material See “Notes” column in table below
Number of blades Four
Hub models HC-D4N-(2,3,5); HC-D4P-5; HC-E4N-(2,3,5); HC-E4A-(2,3); HC-E4P-(3,5), HC-E4W-(3,5)
Maximum Diameter Approx. Max. Wt. Complete
Blades Continuous Takeoff Limits (For Reference Only) Notes
(see Note 2) HP RPM HP RPM (see Note 2) (see Notes 3 and 7) (See Note 10)
HC-D4N-(2,3)
D9383 950 2000 950 2000 94” to 84” 152 lb. Aluminum Alloy
to D9383-10 (-0 to -10)
D9512 950 2040 950 2040 96” to 86” 152 lb. Aluminum Alloy
to D9512-10 (-0 to -10)
HC-D4N-3
D9083 950 2000 950 2000 91” to 81” 145 lb. Aluminum Alloy
to D9083-10 (-0 to -10)
D9290 750 2200 750 2200 93” to 83” 136 lb. Aluminum Alloy
to D9290-10 (-0 to -10)
D9510 750 2200 750 2200 96” to 86” 146.5 lb. Aluminum Alloy
to D9510-10 (-0 to -10)
D9511 850 2200 850 2200 96” to 86” 152 lb. Aluminum Alloy
to D9511-10 (-0 to -10)
D9515 850 2000 850 2000 96” to 86” 152 lb. Aluminum Alloy
to D9515-10 (-0 to -10)
D9901 750 2200 750 2200 100” to 90” 152 lb. Aluminum Alloy
to D9901-10 (-0 to -10)
HC-D4N-5
D9327 1100 2000 1100 2000 94” to 84” 151 lb. Aluminum Alloy
to D9327-10 (-0 to -10)
D8501 800 2000 800 2000 86” to 76” 130 lb. Aluminum Alloy
To D8501-10 (-0 to -10)
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Maximum Diameter Approx. Max. Wt. Complete
Blades Continuous Takeoff Limits (For Reference Only) Notes
(see Note 2) HP RPM HP RPM (See Note 10) (see Notes 3 and 7) (See Note 10)
HC-D4P-5
D10541 1000 1700 1000 1700 106” to 96” 165 lb. Aluminum Alloy
to D10541-10 (-0 to -10)
HC-E4P-5
E11990 1000 1540 1000 1540 120” 132 lb. Aramid Composite
HC-E4A-3
E10477 1200 1700 1200 1700 105” to 95” 160 lb. Aluminum Alloy
to E10477-10 (-0 to -10)
E10478 1200 1700 1200 1700 105” to 95” 168.5 lb. Aluminum Alloy
to E10478-10 (-0 to -10)
E10479 1200 1700 1200 1700 105” to 97” 156 lb. Aluminum Alloy
to E10479-8 (-0 to -8)
E10950 1400 1735 1400 1735 110” 132 lb. Aramid Composite
HC-E4A-2
E9612 1300 2000 1300 2000 97” to 87” 155 lb. Aluminum Alloy
to E9612-10 (-0 to -10)
E9673 1600 2000 1600 2000 97” to 87” 155 lb. Aluminum Alloy
to E9673-10 (-0 to -10)
HC-E4N-(2,3,5); HC-E4A-(2,3); HC-E4P-,5
D9390 950 2000 950 2000 94” to 84” 145 lb. Aluminum Alloy
to D9390-10 (-0 to -10)
HC-E4N-(3,5); HC-E4A-3; HC-E4P-5
D9391 950 2000 950 2000 94” to 84” 145 lb. Aluminum Alloy
to D9391-10 (-0 to -10)
HC-E4N-3
E8190 750 2200 750 2200 81.75” 120 lb. Aramid Composite
D8292 800 2000 800 2000 82.5” to 76.5” 121 lb. Aluminum Alloy
to D8292-6 or or (-0 to -6)
680 2200 680 2200
D8295 550 2200 550 2200 82.5” to 72.5” 122 lb. Aluminum Alloy
to D8295-10 (-0 to -10)
D8990 750 2200 750 2200 90” to 80” 142 lb. Aluminum Alloy
to D8990-10 (-0 to -10)
E9083 950 2000 950 2000 91” to 81” 145 lb. Aluminum Alloy
to E9083-10 (-0 to -10)
D9290 750 2200 750 2200 93” to 83” 136 lb. Aluminum Alloy
to D9290-10 (-0 to -10)
D9511 850 2200 850 2200 96” to 86” 152 lb. Aluminum Alloy
to D9511-10 (-0 to -10)
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Maximum Diameter Approx. Max. Wt. Complete
Blades Continuous Takeoff Limits (For Reference Only) Notes
(see Note 2) HP RPM HP RPM (See Note 10) (see Notes 3 and 7) (See Note 10)
HC-E4N-3 (cont’d)
E9512 950 2040 950 2040 96” to 86” 155 lb. Aluminum Alloy
E9512-10 (-0 to -10)
D9900 900 2000 900 2000 100” to 90” 145 lb. Aluminum Alloy
to D9900-10 (-0 to -10)
D9901 750 2200 750 2200 100” to 90” 154 lb. Aluminum Alloy
to D9901-10 (-0 to -10)
NC9208+2 850 2000 850 2000 95” to 83” 115 lb. Carbon Composite
to NC9208-10 (+2 to -10)
E10703 900 2000 900 2000 108” to 98” 153 lb. Aluminum Alloy
to E10703-10 (-0 to -10)
GC11114 900 1900 900 1900 110” to 100” 122 lb. Carbon Composite
to GC11114-10 (-0 to -10)
HC-E4P-3
E10479 1200 1700 1200 1700 105” to 97” 156 lb. Aluminum Alloy
to E10479-8 (-0 to -8)
HC-E4N-2
E9512 950 2040 950 2040 96” to 86” 152 lb. Aluminum Alloy
to E9512-10 (-0 to -10)
HC-E4N-5
E9327 1100 2000 1100 2000 94” to 84” 150 lb. Aluminum Alloy
to E9327-10 (-0 to -10)
D9690 950 2000 950 2000 97” to 87” 154 lb. Aluminum Alloy
to D9690-10 (-0 to -10)
E9782 750 1591 750 1591 97.7” to 87.7” 160 lb Aluminum Alloy
To E9782-10 (-0 to -10)
NC10904 1100 1591 1100 1591 110” to 100” 134 lb. Carbon Composite
to NC10904-10 (-0 to -10)
E10991 950 1591 950 1591 109.5” to 99.5” 172 lb. Aluminum Alloy
to E10991-10 (-0 to -10)
HC-E4N-(2,3,5)
E8501 800 2000 800 2000 86” to 76” 130 lb. Aluminum Alloy
to E8501-10 or or (-0 to -10)
680 2200 680 2200
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Maximum Diameter Approx. Max. Wt. Complete
Blades Continuous Takeoff Limits (For Reference Only) Notes
(see Note 2) HP RPM HP RPM (See Note 10) (see Notes 3 and 7) (See Note 10)
HC-E4W-3
D8990 777 2080 777 2080 90” to 80” 142 lb. Aluminum Alloy
to D8990-10 (-0 to -10)
D9290 750 2200 750 2200 93” to 83” 136 lb. Aluminum Alloy
to D9290-10 (-0 to -10)
E9083 950 2080 950 2080 91” to 81” 145 lb. Aluminum Alloy
to E9083-10 (-0 to -10)
D9900 850 2080 850 2080 100” to 90” 142 Aluminum Alloy
to D9900-10 (-0 to -10)
HC-E4W-5
E10305 1100 1591 1100 1591 104” to 94” 173 lb. Aluminum Alloy
to E10305-10 (-0 to -10)
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Certification Basis: 14 CFR Part 35 effective October 14, 1980 with amendments 1 through 5 thereto. Type
Certificate No. P10NE issued January 18, 1985 under Delegated Option Authorization procedures
of 14 CFR Part 21 Subpart J.
Models approved to the original certification basis include the following:
HC-D4N-(2,3,5); HC-D4P-5; HC-E4N-3; HC-E4P-5
Models added, updated or revised in accordance with 14 CFR Part 35 effective August 18, 1990
with amendments 35-1 through 35-6 include the following:
HC-D4N-5; HC-E4A-(2,3); HC-E4N-(2,3,5); HC-E4P-5; HC-E4W-(3,5)
The following models were added, updated or revised in accordance with 14 CFR Part 35 with
amendments 35-1 through 35-8 effective December 23, 2008,
HC-E4N-3; HC-E4A-3; HC-D4N-3
Models added after August 31, 2009 are approved in accordance with Organization Designation
Authorization procedures of 14 CFR Part 183 Subpart D
The following models were added, updated or revised in accordance with 14 CFR Part 35 with
amendments 35-1 through 35-9 effective March 19, 2013:
HC-E4A-2, HC-D4N-3, HC-E4W-3, HC-E4P-3
The following models were added, updated or revised in accordance with 14 CFR Part 35 with
amendments 35-1 through 35-9A effective July 26, 2013:
HC-E4N-3, HC-E4N-5, HC-E4A-3
The following models were added, updated or revised in accordance with 14 CFR Part 35 with
amendments 35-1 through 35-10 effective August 30, 2017:
HC-E4W-3, HC-E4N-3, HC-D4N-3, E4N-5
Production Basis: Production Certificate no. 10
Note 1: Hub Model Designation
HC – D 4 N - 2 A
K when used denotes a through-bolt hub mounting scheme
L when used denotes left-hand rotation
V when used indicates a hub that accommodates a GC blade shank
Y when used with -3 models indicates optional start locks
Any other character denotes minor change not affecting interchangeability or eligibility
Denotes specific design features (see Note 4)
-2: no beta feedback mechanism
-3: external beta feedback mechanism
-5: start locks, internal beta feedback mechanism
N denotes flange with eight 9/16” bolts and two ½” dowels on a 4.25” bolt circle
P is identical to N flange except uses four ½” dowels
A denotes flange with twelve 9/16” bolts and two 5/8” dowels on a 5.125” bolt circle
W is similar to N except uses studs in place of bolts
Number of blades
D specifies basic hub and blade retention
E specifies modified hub and blade retention
Hartzell Controllable
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Note 2: Blade Model Designation
D 90 83 A K - 2
Number of inches cut off from (or added to if +) basic diameter
B or K denotes deicing boots
S when used with aluminum blades denotes a shot-peened exterior (see Note 6)
C when used with 10950 blade model indicates alternate counterweight (see Note 6)
H when used designates a blade manufactured with erosion protection on the leading edge
Any other character denotes a minor modification not affecting eligibility
Basic blade model
Basic diameter in inches.* Add one inch correction for all blade models.
Blade shank configuration:
D or E denotes right-hand tractor
NC denotes “N” shank right-hand tractor composite blade with counterweight
GC denotes “G” shank right-hand tractor composite blade with counterweight
HD or HE or HNC denotes right-hand pusher
LD or LE or LNC denotes left-hand pusher
JD or JE or JNC denotes left-hand tractor
* Diameter limits are nominal diameters of the assembled propeller. They do not include
the +/- one eighth inch manufacturing tolerance the FAA allows for propellers with basic
diameter less than 14 feet.
Note 3: Pitch Control (weight of pitch control extra)
Maximum output pressure: HC-E4A-(2,3) models:
HC-(D,E)4(N,P,W)-(2,5) models:
HC-E4N-3KU model
HC-(D,E)4(N,P,W)-3 models:
700 psig
610 psig
610 psig
500 psi
(a) All propeller models have counterweighted blades and use governor oil to decrease pitch. (See Note 4)
(b) The Hartzell propeller model HC-E4A-2( ) is controlled by an integrated control system which is part of the
engine type design. The propeller model HC-E4A-2 complies with the propeller airworthiness requirements
when used with the Pratt & Whitney PT6A-68 series engine only. Any change to the engine, including its
control system, which affects or may affect the propeller approval must be substantiated to demonstrate that the
propeller as integrated with the changed engine, including its control system, still complies with the propeller
certification basis. Also, any change to the engine resulting from a change to the propeller must be
substantiated to demonstrate that the changed engine still complies with the engine certification basis.
(c) All governors and propeller control systems must be approved as part of the aircraft installation regardless of
manufacturer. (See Note 10)
Note 4: Feathering The -2, -3 and -5 models incorporate feathering and unfeathering features.
Reversing The -3 and -5 models are approved for installation as reversing propellers with appropriate reversing
controls.
Note 5: Left-Hand Models
The left-hand version of an approved propeller model is approved at the same rating and diameter as listed for the
right-hand model. (see Notes 1 and 2)
Note 6: Interchangeability
(a) Shot-peened blades may replace non shot-peened blades either individually or as a set. (see Note 2)
(b) E10950()CB blades may replace E10950PB blades models either in pairs or as a set. Opposing pairs of blades
in the hub must have the same designation. (see Note 2)
(c) E10950PCK blades may replace E10950PK blades models either in pairs or as a set. Opposing pairs of blades
in the hub must have the same designation. (see Note 2)
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(d) Refer to Hartzell Service Letter HC-SL-30-260 for ice protection system component interchangeability.
Note 7: Accessories (See Note 10)
(a) Propeller spinner. (weight of spinner extra)
(1) Approved with Hartzell and other manufacturers’ spinners when listed on Hartzell type design data.
(2) All propeller spinners must be approved as part of the aircraft installation regardless of manufacturer.
(See NOTE 10)
(b) Propeller deicing (weight of deicing equipment extra)
(1) Approved with Goodrich electrical deicing kit 5EXXXX-X, 7EXXXX-X, 65-XXX, 67-XXX,
or 77-XXX when the specific kit number is listed on Hartzell type design data and installed in
accordance with Goodrich Report no. ATA 30-60-07, Goodrich drawing no. 7E1284 or Beech
installation drawing no. 50T-389045.
(2) Approved with Safeway deice equipment when installed in accordance with Safeway Installation
Manual no. 6927 or E-5735-14 and Hartzell Manual 133( ) for aluminum blades or Manual 135( ) for
composite blades, and associated STC or PMA documents.
(3) Propeller models listed in this data sheet are approved for use with propeller ice protection equipment
listed in Hartzell Manual 159( ) or in other Hartzell type design data.
(4) All propeller ice protection equipment must be approved as part of the aircraft installation regardless of
manufacturer. (See NOTE 10)
(c) Propeller pulley drive. (weight of pulley drive extra)
(1) Propeller model HC-E4A-2( ) used on Beechcraft Models 3000 and AT-6( ) uses containment ring P/N
133-910029-11 and air conditioning system drive pulley P/N 133-910029-7 or 133-1400-1.
(2) Propeller model HC-D4N-2( ) with blade model D9512( ) is approved with Pilatus Aircraft Ltd. air
conditioning system pulley drive P/N PC-9-1401-1 and pulley centering ring P/N PC-9-1402-1.
(3) Propeller model HC-D4N-2( ) with blade model D9512( ) is approved with EADS PZL air conditioning
system pulley drive P/N 837.76.610-08-0.
Note 8: Shank Fairings Not applicable.
Note 9: Special Limits Not applicable.
Note 10: The propeller installation must be approved as part of the aircraft type certificate to demonstrate compliance with the
applicable aircraft airworthiness standards.
Propeller models listed herein consist of basic hub and blade models. Most propeller models include additional
characters to denote minor changes and specific features as explained in Notes 1 and 2. Refer to the aircraft Type
Certificate Data Sheet for the specific propeller model applicable to the installation.
Propellers with composite blades must be evaluated for bird impact resistance prior to approval on any type aircraft.
Hartzell Propeller must perform tests and/or analyses based on aircraft configuration and operating conditions to
determine the potential hazard as a result of a bird impact.
Note 11: Retirement Time
(a) Life Limits and Mandatory Inspections
(1) Airworthiness limitations, if any, are specified in Hartzell Manuals 147( ) or 149( ).
(2) The propeller CMACO must evaluate the propeller installation for each new aircraft installation to
assess possible changes in the airworthiness limitations.
Note 12: Special Notes
(a) Refer to Hartzell Manual no. 202( ) for overspeed and overtorque limits.
(b) Refer to Hartzell Service Letter HC-SL-61-61( ) for recommended overhaul periods.
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