Propeller Editor

The Propeller Editor screen displays all information about a propeller in expandable sections:

• Installed On Powerplant - Shows which engine this propeller is attached to
• Propeller Details - Manufacturer, model, serial number, and specifications
• Time Tracking & Service History - Current hours, installation info, and overhaul history
• Notes - Free-form notes about this propeller
• Retire Propeller - Remove the propeller from active service

Tap any section to expand it and view or edit the details.

This section shows which engine the propeller is installed on:

• Position - Only, Left, Right, etc.
• Engine Model - The powerplant model (e.g., LYCOMING IO-360-L2A)
• Engine Serial - Serial number of the associated engine

This links the propeller's time tracking to the correct engine for accurate records.

Tap the Propeller Details section to edit specifications:

• Manufacturer - Propeller manufacturer (e.g., McCauley, Hartzell, Sensenich)
• Propeller Model - Specific model designation (e.g., 1C172/EM)
• Serial Number - Unique propeller serial number
• Date of Manufacture - When the propeller was built
• Specification - Additional specification details

Tap Done to save changes to this section.

Track propeller hours and maintenance history:

Time Tracking

• Current Prop Time - Total hours on the propeller

Installation Details

• Date of Installation - When this propeller was installed
• Tach Time at Installation - Engine hours when propeller was installed

Overhaul History

• Prop Time at Major Overhaul - Propeller hours when last major overhaul was performed
• Date of Major Overhaul - When major overhaul occurred
• Prop Time at Minor Overhaul - Propeller hours at last minor overhaul
• Date of Minor Overhaul - When minor overhaul occurred

This information helps track time since overhaul for AD compliance and resale value.

Add free-form notes about this propeller:

• Tap the Notes section to expand it
• Tap Edit to modify the notes
• Enter any relevant information (previous owners, repairs, blade damage history, etc.)
• Tap Done to save

When you have unsaved changes, a NOT SAVED indicator appears at the top. Tap Save to save all changes.

Use this option when a propeller is removed from service:

1. Tap Retire Propeller (red button at bottom)
2. Confirm by tapping Retire in the dialog

When to retire:

• Propeller is removed and sold
• Propeller is being replaced
• Propeller has reached end of life or is damaged beyond repair

Warning: This removes the propeller from your active propeller list. This action cannot be undone.

Access the Propeller Editor from Aircraft Setup:

1. Go to Airframes and select an aircraft
2. Tap the gear icon to open Aircraft Setup
3. In the Propellers section, tap on a propeller to edit it

You can also access it during the setup wizard when configuring a new aircraft.

• Keep overhaul dates and times accurate for AD compliance tracking
• Use the Notes field to record blade repairs, nicks, or modifications
• Propeller time typically tracks with the associated engine
• Many propeller ADs are time-based - accurate records are essential
• Save frequently - look for the "NOT SAVED" indicator