Lori O'Donley
Advanced Structures
Collins Aerospace announces new orders for C-130 NP2000 propeller system
- Chilean Air Force signs on as first C-130 NP2000 international customer
- Integration of NP2000 on the first international C-130 is now complete
- Composite blades, electronic control system increase thrust, while reducing noise and maintenance
WINDSOR LOCKS, Conn. (October 24, 2022) – Collins Aerospace announced today that the first Chilean Air Force (CAF) C-130 has successfully upgraded to the NP2000 propeller system. The completion of this install marks a major milestone as it serves as the first international C-130 upgraded with NP2000.
Under the order, Collins will upgrade the Chilean Air Force’s C-130 fleet including C-130B, C-130E, KC-130R and C-130H model variants.
"This installation of the full NP2000 propeller system marks the first international modernization of the C-130 for the Chilean Air Force,” said Quinlan Lyte, senior director, Propeller Systems, Collins Aerospace. “Our innovative NP2000 system incorporates sophisticated, state-of-the-art technologies designed to enhance efficiency and boost aircraft availability, as well as reducing crew fatigue and safety. We look forward to continuing to work with the Chilean Air Force and other future international customers to help them maximize the performance and availability of their C-130 fleet."
With its eight composite blades and the Electronic Propeller Control System (EPCS), the NP2000 propeller systems offers several benefits compared to our legacy systems including: up to 20 percent thrust increase during take-off, approximately 20db sound reduction in the cockpit and up to 50 percent reduction in maintenance hours. Along with C-130 variants, NP2000 has been in service with U.S. and international customers on the Northrop Grumman E-2 and C-2 since 2004 with over one million flight hours. NP2000 is also planned for use on the P-3 Orion.
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