3 VS 2 blade prop

OK, here’s the exact quote, from “Plane and Pilot”, August 2000:

… Both Roy and son Curt recently flew the SR20 and had some comments about the airplane’s aerodynamics. “The Cirrus design team didn’t miss a trick on the SR20,” say the the LoPrestis. “The spinner/cowling combination, typically a major drag source, is very well-designed, with minimum inlet and outlet area. The landing gear includes truly efficient wheel pants, and all three gear include slickly designed struts. Flap hinges are large but well-faired. In general,” they say, “the drag profile is excellent for a fixed-gear design. It would be very difficult to improve upon. Even so, we’d certainly like to try.”

Sounds like Cirrus did a good job on drag cleanup

In spite of Roy’s comments, I’m still not convinced that the cooling intake and outlet areas, and the exhaust pipes, could not be cleaned up some more. Maybe he will have a go one day.

By the way: Did you get a 3 blade on your plane?

Yes, for three reasons; it looks sexy, it’s quieter, and it has more ground clearance (only an inch, but every inch counts).

Sounds like Cirrus did a good job on drag cleanup

In spite of Roy’s comments, I’m still not convinced that the cooling intake and outlet areas, and the exhaust pipes, could not be cleaned up some more. Maybe he will have a go one day.

By the way: Did you get a 3 blade on your plane?

Yes, for three reasons; it looks sexy, it’s quieter, and it has more ground clearance (only an inch, but every inch counts).

Clyde:

Thanks again for your experience. Your input has gone a long way in helping make a final decision.

Brian