Press Release

Issued by MT-Propeller .

April 5, 2013

MT-Propeller Entwicklung GmbH has received EASA STC # 10043964 for the next generation 4-blade scimitar composite propeller MTV-16-1-E-C-F-R(P)/CFR240-55 on the DHC-6 (Twin Otter) Viking Air Ltd.

The FAA STC is following.

Advantages of the propeller installation:

- Best vibration damping characteristics for almost vibration free propeller operations

- Bonded on Nickel Alloy for best erosion protection of the blades

- Enhanced climb performance by approx. 5 % (MTOW, SL, ISA conditions)

- Enhanced cruise performance by 2 to 3 kts (MTOW, ISA conditions)

- Significant inside and outside noise reductions

The high technology natural composite blades have no life limitation and can even be repaired in case of a FOD.

MT-Propeller is the world leading natural composite propeller manufacturer with 30 propeller models from 2-blade to 6-blade hydraulically controlled variable pitch propeller, for engines producing up to 5000hp, and 2-blade to 4-blade electrically controlled variable pitch propeller, for engines producing up to 350hp as well as two blade fixed pitch propellers.

The high performance, light weight and durable MT-Propellers can be used on aircraft with piston engines and propeller turbines, as well as on airships, wind tunnels or hovercraft.

MT-Propeller is holder of over 120 STCs worldwide and OEM supplier for more than 90% of the European Aircraft Industry as well as 30% of the US Aircraft Industry with more than 15.000 propeller systems flying.

A factory certified service center network, provides best service and maintenance all over the world.