Suggested Cruise Segment Propeller Efficiency Values for Several Aircraft Types

 

Aircraft Type

 

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Homebuilt

0.7

Single Engine

0.8

Twin Engine

0.82

Agricultural

0.82

Business Jets

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Regional Turboprops

0.85

Transport Jets

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Military Trainers

0.82

Fighters

0.82

Military Patrol, Bombers, and Transports

0.82

Flying Boats, Amphibious and Float Aircraft

0.82

Supersonic Cruise

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