"Marty" wrote in message
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"aluckyguess" wrote in message
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How many knots would be gained with this?


Hi Lucky,

Congrats on the license!

Think of a CS propeller as an overdrive. Simply, it's purpose is to lower
the fuel consumption by taking a bigger bite of air in cruise. You
basically get the same cruise speed for less rpms.

Properly used, a CS prop also helps to maximize engine life. Improper or
misuse of a CS prop can render even a new airplane to glider status
quickly,especially turbo equipped aircraft.

There are other benefits and caveats, you will learn them if you go for a
complex endorsement.

HTH,
Marty


Thanks