Hartzell Propeller's service centre is expanding its warranty coverage to two years or 2,000 flight hours, whichever occurs first. Additionally, it has increased its propeller exchange inventory to cover a wider range of aircraft.

"These improvements give our customers extended warranty protection and additional inventory, leading to less flight downtime," says director of Hartzell Service Center Scott Foster. "We continually look for ways to add convenience and value for aircraft owners and operators."

As the Hartzell factory-owned repair station for the overhaul and repair of Hartzell props and governors, the Hartzell Service Center offers a sizeable propeller exchange inventory supporting numerous aircraft. Customers are encouraged to contact the center to schedule the delivery of an exchange propeller to meet their maintenance schedule needs. To provide convenience and to prevent longer flight downtimes, the service center is expanding its propeller exchange programme to support the following aircraft:

- Beech 1900D

- Beech 1900C

- Beech 200 Series

- Beech 300 Series

- Raisbeck Beech 200 Series

- Raisbeck Beech 300 Series

- Beech E90, C90, C90GT

- Cessna 208(B)

- Cirrus SR20

- Cirrus SR22

- Daher TBM

- Diamond DA-40

- Pilatus PC-12

- Piper Seminole

- Viking Twin Otter

In addition to a propeller exchange programme, the Hartzell Service Center is now offering propeller governor exchanges for customers requiring minimum flight downtimes. A governor exchange also can be arranged ahead of scheduled service.

The service center's proximity to Hartzell Propeller's aluminium and composite propeller manufacturing operations means parts are available quicker, without the added time and expense of shipping. Located near the Piqua airport/Hartzell Field, fly-in customers can take advantage of Ohio's sales tax exemption for maintenance and repair of general aviation aircraft.