Suggested Loiter Segment Propeller Efficiency Values for Several Aircraft Types

 

Aircraft Type

 

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Homebuilt

0.6

Single Engine

0.7

Twin Engine

0.72

Agricultural

0.72

Business Jets

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Regional Turboprops

0.77

Transport Jets

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Military Trainers

0.77

Fighters

0.77

Military Patrol, Bombers, and Transports

0.77

Flying Boats, Amphibious and Float Aircraft

0.77

Supersonic Cruise

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